'It's outrageous': Mamdani on Trump's plan to sway NYC election

Political Interference - Donald Trump is allegedly attempting to influence New York City's mayoral election by offering jobs to candidates to help Andrew Cuomo defeat Zora Mandani [1] - Trump's advisors are reportedly trying to induce Eric Adams to leave the race with an administrative job offer, potentially at the Department of Housing and Urban Development [3] - Curtis Leewa, the Republican candidate, was also considered for a position in the administration [3] Allegations and Responses - Zora Mandani views the alleged interference as an affront to New York City's democracy and American values [5] - Mandani accuses Andrew Cuomo and Eric Adams of working with the Trump administration to subvert the will of Democratic primary voters [6] - Eric Adams' spokesperson denies that Adams met with Donald Trump or is dropping out of the race [3] Trump's Stance - Trump expresses a special interest in the New York City race, particularly after Zora Mandani's primary win [1] - Trump suggests potential federal intervention in New York City, citing "crooked things" [2]