Religion has become a defining issue in the New York City mayoral race as Jewish New Yorkers reject Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani's positions on Israel and war in Gaza.

There’s a motto that the partners at Fight Agency, the strategy firm that represents New York City mayoral front-runner Zohran Mamdani, take seriously. The campaign that’s having more fun is often the winner.

Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, independent candidate for mayor of New York City, called his opponent and Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani "very divisive" and said he doesn't understand the "New York way," during a wide-ranging interview with "ABC News Live Prime" anchor Linsey Davis just days before Election Day.

Former MLB pitcher John Rocker ripped New York City as the mayoral election neared and Zohran Mamdani appeared to be the favorite to win.

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman has pledged to strengthen cooperation with ICE if New York City elects Zohran Mamdani.

The New York City mayoral hopeful declined to express confidence in Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer and talked about speeding up housing construction.

Jake Blumencranz, who serves with Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani in the state assembly, said Democrats in Albany are leaning further left ahead of the mayoral election and that could help Mamdani's agenda down the line.

The race has garnered national attention as analysts say the outcome may influence policy priorities on critical issues.