Andrew Cuomo Set To Announce Mayoral Run: Report

NEW YORK CITY — Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is reportedly making preparations for a mayoral run and is expected to announce his candidacy soon, according to a report.

Cuomo could make his plans official as early as this weekend, the New York Times report.

The former governor and his allies believe there is a clear path to City Hall amidst the ongoing federal corruption scandal involving Mayor Eric Adams.

On Monday, Rep. Ritchie Torres, backed Cuomo for New York City Mayor.

"The two most important things we need are competence and courage," Torres told the New York Post.

"Andrew Cuomo has the competence to govern the city. He has the courage to stand up to extremist politics – both from the far left and far right. We don’t need a Mr. Nice Guy. We need a Mr. Tough Guy."

"He has my endorsement as soon as he enters the race," Torres added.

Last week, former state comptroller, Carl McCall, also backed Cuomo to run for mayor. In 2021, McCall endorsed Adams for mayor.

In addition, Cuomo is expected to receive his first union endorsement from the New York City District Council of Carpenters, according to Politico.

In 2021, Cuomo resigned after a slew of sexual harassment claims and a scandal involving COVID-19 nursing home deaths.