NYC Mayoral Rivals Unite Against Billionaire Influence as Election Approaches
In the final stretch of the New York City mayoral race, Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani and Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa have unexpectedly aligned in opposing the influence of billionaire donors. Despite calls from billionaires John Catsimatidis and Bill Ackman for Sliwa to withdraw, both candidates reaffirmed their commitment to let voters decide. The dispute highlights growing tensions over the role of wealthy donors in local politics.