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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Raises Alarm on Cuomo Comeback, Links Mayoral Bid to White House Ambitions
New York City – Far-left Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is warning that former Governor Andrew Cuomo’s bid for New York City mayor isn’t the endgame—it’s the launchpad for a run at the White House in 2028.
Speaking to a crowd of progressive supporters on Saturday, Ocasio-Cortez claimed Cuomo would use a mayoral victory to re-enter national politics.
“This is not just about New York City,” AOC said while rallying for socialist Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani in Manhattan. “This is about the future of the United States of America.”
The Bronx-Queens Democrat, known for her radical agenda and loyalty to Senator Bernie Sanders, told attendees that Cuomo’s candidacy represents more than a local race—it’s a threat to the nation’s direction.
AOC Slams Cuomo’s Age and Calls for ‘New Generation’
Despite endorsing then-President Joe Biden, now 82, for re-election just last year, Ocasio-Cortez, 35, criticized Cuomo for being part of an older political class.
“In a country crying out for a new generation of leadership, it is unconscionable to send Andrew Cuomo to Gracie Mansion again,” she said.
Fact Check: Cuomo has never actually served as New York City mayor. He held office as Governor of New York from 2011 to 2021, resigning after multiple women accused him of sexual harassment—accusations he denies.
Cuomo Team Dismisses AOC’s “Desperate” Claims
Responding to the congresswoman’s accusations, Cuomo spokesman Rich Azzopardi fired back:
“I have no idea where the far-left got this latest talking point, but the Governor has said that—short of death—he’s finishing his term.”
Cuomo remains the likely frontrunner, as establishment Democrats worry about Mamdani’s extreme agenda and its impact on the city’s economy and public safety.
Far-Left Agenda on the Ballot in NYC’s June 24 Democratic Primary
Mamdani’s platform includes:
- City-run grocery stores
- A 2% tax hike on millionaires
- A 4.5% corporate tax increase
- Free childcare and bus transportation
- Replacing traditional policing with social workers and mental health counselors
Many see his proposals as a dangerous experiment in a city already grappling with rising crime, homelessness, and economic instability.
AOC Blasts Democrat Establishment Over Cuomo Endorsements
Ocasio-Cortez expressed outrage over fellow Democrats who once demanded Cuomo resign—now turning around to support him.
“As a survivor of sexual assault, I will never forget that,” she said. “The message is clear: It doesn’t matter what you stand for. The establishment always circles the wagons for its own.”
Her comments follow a series of political setbacks, including her failed attempt to lead the House Oversight Committee—losing out to the late Rep. Gerry Connolly, who passed away from cancer last month.
Bottom Line for Voters
For voters in New York City and across the country, this race could signal the Democratic Party’s future direction. Will the radical left continue its march through local offices? Or will moderate voices regain control?
The June 24 Democratic Primary is shaping up to be a pivotal moment not just for New York, but for America’s political landscape.
