š Share this article New York City Mayor Eric Adams to Endorse Andrew Cuomo in NYC Mayor's Election NYC's current mayor Eric Adams revealed his intention to endorse former Governor Cuomo in the upcoming mayoral race, despite months of public tension between the two Democratic figures. An Unexpected Turnaround After Recent Criticism Just last month, Adams had strongly criticized Cuomo, describing him as a ādeceptive figure and a liarā and accusing him of having āa career of marginalizing Black political contenders.ā Nonetheless, in a new statement, Adams made a U-turn, revealing he now intends to support the former governor in communities where he holds significant backing. āIt is crucial to energize the communities of color that have been affected by gentrification on how important this election is,ā the mayor commented. Adams continued, āResidents have seen their rents increase in terms of gentrification and they have been disregarded in those areas, and Iām going to go to those neighborhoods and talk directly with organizers and organizations and I will appear with the governor in those neighborhoods and get them engaged.ā Election Landscape and Recent Events The election battle has so far been dominated by the contest between the former governor and progressive candidate his main rival, whose increasing popularity has drawn interest worldwide and represented aspirations for a revitalized leftwing of the Democrats. In a recent candidate forum, both the democratic socialist and Republican nominee his conservative opponent declared they would reject the mayor's support if extended. Months ago, Adams had begun his bid for another term as an independent after facing legal accusations which were later dropped in return for his assistance with federal immigration raids across the city. At an separate media briefing on Thursday, Adams answered journalists inquiring into the support announcement by stating, āIāll be with Andrew this evening.ā The announcement followed a day after the two politicians were seen sitting courtside together at the New York Knicksā first game at the famous arena, which took place immediately following a contentious candidate debate.