Mamdani gets second cross-endorsement in bid to defeat Cuomo in New York City mayor’s race

Zohran Mamdani cross-endorsed Michael Blake Monday morning, his second cross-endorsement as he attempts to consolidate support in the later rounds of ranked choice voting.

In an election that can only be won with unity, I am so proud to join forces with @MrMikeBlake in the fight for a city every New Yorker can afford. pic.twitter.com/OFmgcuQ59y

— Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@ZohranKMamdani) June 16, 2025

Mamdani announced his first cross-endorsement, with Brad Lander, on Friday. There could be additional cross endorsements, as Mamdani and other candidates strategize how to defeat front runner Andrew Cuomo in ranked choice voting’s later rounds.

Mamdani is asking supporters of Brad Lander, and now Blake, to rank him as their number 2, so when their first choice candidates are eliminated, he is the recipient of their support…

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