As NYC Field Thins, Can Mamdani Hold Lead? | Battleground NYC
As the race for NYC Mayor thins with the announcement that independent candidate Jim Walden is ending his campaign, how will the other candidates take advantage of fewer opponents and potentially more votes? Craig McCarthy, City Hall Bureau Chief for the New York Post, joins host S.E. Cupp to discuss this and more headlines from the trail. Kaivan Shroff, a democratic commentator and attorney, also joins S.E. to discuss Mamdani's campaign strategy and success with younger voters, and how that differs from his potential governing policies.�
Housing a Key Issue in NYC Mayor?s Race | Battleground NYC
Housing and affordability are top issues in the race for NYC mayor. Jennifer White Karp, managing editor of Brick Underground, joins S.E. Cupp to discuss two key issues: rent stabilization and rent freezes. Morgan McKay, political reporter for Fox 5 New York, also joins the show to discuss the race to election day and why certain New York democratic figures are reluctant to endorse Mamdani. Liam Elkind, candidate for Congressional District 12 also joins us to discuss the recent announcement that Congressman Jerry Nadler will retire next year.
Post?Holiday Push for NYC Race?" | Battleground NYC full episode #24: Sep 1, 2025
Will the NYC Race for Mayor pick up after the Labor Day Holiday? S.E. Cupp is joined by News Nation political analyst Chris Cillizza to discuss what could happen after the holiday as multiple�candidates vie to knock frontrunner Zohran Mamdani out of the lead in the race for Mayor of New York City.
Key Voter Blocs May Decide NYC?s Future | Battleground NYC
Jacob Kornbluh, senior political reporter for the Forward, joins S.E. Cupp to break down the concerns Jewish voters have about frontrunner Zohran Mamdani, the strides his campaign is making to ensure they are inclusive, and the inroads he's making with young, Jewish voters. J.C. Polanco, attorney and assistant professor at the University of Mount Saint Vincent, also joins the show to discuss the powerful and coveted Black and Latino vote, and which candidate is doing the best with these groups as we head into the general election.
Grassroots Fuel NYC Mayor?s Race | Battleground NYC full episode #22: Aug 28, 2025
While PACS get the headlines, it's the grassroots and community groups that are representing and coalescing voters around issues in the race for New York City Mayor. �Rebecca Garrard, Co-Executive Director of Citizen Action of New York, an organization that has endorsed Mamdani, joins S.E. Cupp to discuss the issues most important to their membership base and what they need to see in the next Mayor of NYC. Political Hank Sheinkopf also joins the show to break down why the larger Democratic Party should heed the lessons coming from the New York City Mayoral race.
NYC Mayoral Debates Set as Election Nears | Battleground NYC full episode #21: Aug 27, 2025
The NYC Campaign Finance Board has set the dates for the General Election Debates. What are the details, and will we see all the Mayoral candidates there? S.E. will discuss this and other headlines from the trail with Ayana Harry, political correspondent for New York 1. Francisco Marte, the founder and president of the Bodega and Small Business group joins the show to discuss Mamdani's proposal for government-funded grocery stores, and how it could be disastrous for businesses like his.
NYC?s 2025 Race Tests Dems' Next Move | Battleground NYC
Amanda Litman, Co-Founder and President of Run for Something, an organization that recruits and supports young, diverse progressives running for down-ballot office speaks with S.E. Cupp about the lessons the larger Democratic party can learn from the NYC Mayor's race. Craig McCarthy, City Hall Bureau Chief also joins S.E. to discuss the latest from the campaign trail.
Jim Walden Talks; Cuomo Cashes In | Battleground NYC full episode #19: Aug 25, 2025
Jim Walden, an Independent candidate running for NYC Mayor, joins S.E. Cupp to talk about his run for office, how he can differentiate himself in such a crowded field, and his call for the "free market" candidates to coalesce around the top candidate in October, to have a better chance to defeat frontrunner Zohran Mamdani. Lisa Evers, reporter for FOX 5 New York also joins S.E. to discuss Cuomo's recent influx of campaign cash and whether it will provide a needed boost.
Mamdani's Fundraising Haul | Battleground NYC
Democratic nominee and NYC Mayoral race frontrunner Zohran Mamdani raised over a million dollars this week in private donations. Can any of his competitors match this fundraising surge? S.E. Cupp discusses this and the latest from the campaign trail with Ross Barkan, a political columnist at New York Magazine's Intelligencer. S.E. also talks with Liam Elkind, a GEN Z candidate running for the Congressional District 12 seat in New York City against long serving incumbent Rep. Jerry Nadler.
New Charges for Adams Associates | Battleground NYC
While Mayor Eric Adams focuses on city business and his reelection efforts, some of his former advisers are facing new charges, as revealed in indictments released by the Manhattan DA on Thursday. How will this affect the Mayor's campaign? S.E. Cupp talks about this and more of the latest headlines with Hannah Fierick, City Hall Reporter for The New York Post. Queens Borough president Donovan Richards also stops by to discuss why he chose to endorse Democratic Nominee Zohran Mamdani and why he gives him hope.
NYC Mayoral Candidate Joseph Hernandez | Battleground NYC full episode #16: Aug 20, 2025
Independent candidate Joseph Hernandez joins S.E. Cupp to talk about his recent entry into the NYC Mayoral race and his vision for the city. Lisa Evers, a reporter for FOX 5 New York will join S.E. to talk about the latest headlines, including�the influence that PACs are having in the Mayor's race with money and manpower.
Tech world reax to Mamdani | Battleground NYC
Why are Silicon Valley leaders concerned about a Zohran Mamdani NYC Mayoral win in November, while local business leaders remain calm? S.E. Cupp is joined by New York Post City Hall Bureau Chief Craig McCarthy to discuss that, Mamdani's lead in the most recent poll, and the latest from the campaign trail. Ester Fuchs, professor of public policy and political science at Columbia University breaks down what the national Democratic Party can learn from Mamdani's success in New York City as well as how four candidates running as independents, could affect the outcome of this race.
Mamdani Moves Closer to the Mainstream as Democrats Cling to the Status Quo | Battleground NYC Ep. 14
Is it possible for a Democratic Socialist to become part of the mainstream Democratic Party in New York City? S.E. Cupp will talk about that and the latest from the campaign trail with Morgan McKay, political reporter for Fox 5 New York. She'll also be joined by Paul Kane, senior congressional correspondent for the Washington Post to talk about his recent piece which looks at the democratic strategy of selecting old and familiar faces to run in pivotal races for the 2026 midterms.
Establishment Democrats Stick with Old Guard ? Mamdani?s Movement Marches On | Battleground NYC Ep. 13
Zohran Mamdani's volunteer base is ready to hit the streets to garner more support for their candidate ahead of November's Mayoral election. Joe Anuta, a reporter covering City Hall for Politco will discuss that and more with S.E. Cupp. And are Democrats nationwide relying on the old guard to win key contests, and is that a good strategy? Chris Cillizza, NewsNation political analyst joins the show to break down the strategy hits and misses of the Democratic party.
Adams Remains in Mayoral Race; Obama Reportedly Shows Interest in Mamdani | Battleground NYC
Mayor Eric Adams isn't dropping out of the New York City Mayor's race anytime soon; while reportedly former President Obama and some of his key advisors reach out to Zohran Mamdani after his primary win. What does it all mean? S.E Cupp is joined by Nia Prater, a reporter for New York Magazine's Intelligencer and Christina Greer, associate professor at Fordham University and author of "How to Build a Democracy" who will help break it all down.
Curtis Sliwa Lays Out Mayoral Agenda & Vision for NYC | Battleground NYC
Curtis Sliwa, the Republican nominee running to be mayor of NYC, joins S.E. Cupp to lay out his vision for New York City, and how his campaign is looking to target young voters to choose him in November. Josh Greenman, managing editor of Vital City will also join us to discuss the latest headlines from this pivotal Mayor's race.
Mamdani's Lead in Double Digits in NYC Mayor's race | Battleground NYC
Zohran Mamdani leads by 19 points in the NYC Mayor's race, according to the latest Siena poll. Craig McCarthy of the New York Post will discuss this and other headlines with host S.E. Cupp; she'll also be joined by Luke Bronin, the former Mayor of Hartford, Connecticut who is running for Connecticut's first congressional district seat against the long-time incumbent. Are there parallel themes between this race and the NYC Mayor's race when it comes to generational change in politics?
Cuomo goes on the Attack Against Mamdani, while Mamdani goes on a 5 Borough Tour | Battleground NYC
Battleground NYC dives into the 2025 mayoral race. SE?Cupp breaks down the drama, power plays and stakes. Andrew Cuomo launched several public attacks against Zohran Mamdani in public and on X, over his rent-stabilized apartment including the introduction of a proposed "Zohran's Law" over the weekend. Mamdani is embarking on a five-borough tour across New York City to bring attention to President Trump's negative�impact on the city. We'll talk with Lisa Evers from FOX 5 NY about the latest�developments, and we'll hear from Ryan Clancy, chief strategist for the No Labels movement, about why they've come up with a plan to defeat Mamdani.
Should Education Be The Top Issue in the NYC Mayor's Race? | Battleground NYC
Katie Honan, a reporter for The City and co-host of the FAQ podcast joins S.E. Cupp to discuss the New York Mayor's race and if one of the top issues should be education, since it was not talked about much in the democratic primary. We'll also get the big picture from activist and whistleblower Lindsey Boylan about her thoughts on the race for mayor.
Christine Quinn weighs in on the NYC Race for Mayor | Battleground NYC
Christine Quinn, the former NYC City Council Speaker, and one-time candidate for Mayor joins S.E. to discuss the current race, candidates and what she sees as the top issues.