Bill Maher Doubts Andrew Cuomo's NYC Mayoral Bid Amid Nursing Home Scandal

Bill Maher expressed skepticism about Andrew Cuomo's chances in the New York City mayoral race due to his handling of nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic. In a conversation with Chris Cuomo on Maher's podcast, he emphasized that the nursing home scandal, where Cuomo's administration underreported deaths linked to a directive allowing COVID-positive patients into facilities, could severely undermine public trust. Maher noted that while Cuomo is currently leading in the polls against other Democratic candidates, many voters may still view his judgment unfavorably because of his past decisions. Chris Cuomo countered by suggesting that internal party pressures might not determine the outcome of the race, highlighting the need for Democrats to decide between maintaining power and addressing their principles. Maher acknowledged that his brother has a polling advantage but remained doubtful about the overall impact of the scandal on the campaign. The ongoing debate reflects a broader concern within the Democratic Party about accountability and electoral strategy as the election approaches.