News|ElectionsWhat to know about the New York City mayoral debatesZohran Mamdani and Andrew Cuomo will face off in two debates ahead of the November 4 election for New York City mayor.
The upcoming New York City mayoral election is set for November 4. Three main candidates are in the running: Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo, and Curtis Sliwa. The election will be preceded by two debates, providing voters with an opportunity to hear from…
The upcoming New York City mayoral election is set for November 4. Three main candidates are in the running: Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo, and Curtis Sliwa. The election will be preceded by two debates, providing voters with an opportunity to hear from each candidate.
Two debates are scheduled before the election. The first debate will occur on Thu, Oct 16, 2025, at 7 PM US Eastern Time (23:00 GMT), hosted by WNBC. The second debate will take place on Wed, Oct 22, 2025, at 7 PM US Eastern Time (23:00), hosted by Spectrum News NY1.
The debates will be broadcast live on local television channels, including WNBC, Spectrum News NY1, and PIX11. They will also be available on the YouTube channels for these stations. Access NY1’s YouTube page here , and WNBC’s here .
Zohran Mamdani: A democratic socialist and New York State Assembly member. He secured 56% of the vote in the Democratic primary. Andrew Cuomo: Former New York Governor, running as an independent after losing in the primary. Cuomo served as governor from 2011 to 2021. Curtis Sliwa: Republican candidate, known for his anti-crime activism. He previously ran for mayor in 2021.
Three main candidates are in the running: Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo, and Curtis Sliwa.
Current Mayor Eric Adams withdrew from the race in late September, citing low poll numbers and ongoing corruption investigations. Adams has since changed his party affiliation from Democrat to independent.
Recent polls indicate Zohran Mamdani leading with 46% support, followed by Andrew Cuomo at 33%, and Curtis Sliwa at 15%. Cuomo has gained support following Adams's withdrawal.
The debates are expected to cover local and national issues, including cost of living, transportation improvements, and the candidates' stances on international affairs such as Israel's conflict in Gaza. Mamdani is an advocate for Palestinian rights, whereas Cuomo has expressed support for Israel.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.
