Adams Dismisses Torres' Endorsement of Cuomo

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has dismissed Rep. Ritchie Torres' endorsement of former Governor Andrew Cuomo in the upcoming mayoral race, highlighting Torres' previous calls for Cuomo's resignation amid sexual harassment allegations. Despite Adams' criticism, Torres cited Cuomo's 'competence and courage' as reasons for his support, predicting Cuomo's potential run as a significant comeback story in 2025. Cuomo, who has not officially declared his candidacy, is rumored to announce soon, particularly as polling suggests he would lead in the Democratic primary. Adams, facing multiple challenges, including a recent federal indictment that was dropped, remains focused on his re-election campaign. The endorsement by Torres is seen as a significant blow to Adams, underscoring the political uncertainty and factionalism within New York's Democratic landscape.