Mamdani Ahead, Money Still Pouring In | Battleground NYC full episode #35: Sep 16, 2025
While another poll, this time by Marist, shows Zohran Mamdani with a sizable lead over his opponents for NYC Mayor, money keeps pouring into the race for Zohran, as well as the other candidates. S.E. Cupp will talk about this and the latest headlines with Joe Anuta, a reporter covering City Hall for Politico. S.E. will also take a look at the races potentially impacted by Anti-Mamdani sentiments and other Big Picture issues with Haley Scott, Senior VP at Berlin Rosen Campaign.
While another poll, this time by Marist, shows Zohran Mamdani with a sizable lead over his opponents for NYC Mayor, money keeps pouring into the race for Zohran, as well as the other candidates. S.E. Cupp will talk about this and the latest headlines with Joe Anuta, a reporter covering City Hall for Politico. S.E. will also take a look at the races potentially impacted by Anti-Mamdani sentiments and other Big Picture issues with Haley Scott, Senior VP at Berlin Rosen Campaign.
Hochul Backs Mamdani - Game Changer? | Battleground NYC full episode #34: Sep 15, 2025
NY Gov. Kathy Hochul has given her long-awaited endorsement to Democratic nominee and frontrunner Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayor. Now what? Will other top New York Dems do the same? S.E. Cupp will discuss this and more with Morgan McKay, political reporter for FOX 5 New York. Carlos Calzadilla-Palacio, president of the Brooklyn Young Democrats, joins the show to discuss his group's backing of Mamdani in the primary, whether they'll endorse him again in the general election and the issues most important to young Brooklyn Democratic voters.
NY Gov. Kathy Hochul has given her long-awaited endorsement to Democratic nominee and frontrunner Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayor. Now what? Will other top New York Dems do the same? S.E. Cupp will discuss this and more with Morgan McKay, political reporter for FOX 5 New York. Carlos Calzadilla-Palacio, president of the Brooklyn Young Democrats, joins the show to discuss his group's backing of Mamdani in the primary, whether they'll endorse him again in the general election and the issues most important to young Brooklyn Democratic voters.
AAPI Vote Key in NYC Race | Battleground NYC
How important will the AAPI vote be in the general election for Mayor of New York City? As one of the fastest growing voting blocs in the City, the challenge for the Mayoral candidates is in reaching a nuanced group that is not a monolith. Trip Yang, democratic strategist and CEO and Founder of Trip Yang Strategies, joins S.E. Cupp to discuss this and more big picture issues. And we'll have all the latest headlines in the NYC Mayor's race, which S.E. will break down with Joe Anuta, a reporter covering City Hall for Politico.
How important will the AAPI vote be in the general election for Mayor of New York City? As one of the fastest growing voting blocs in the City, the challenge for the Mayoral candidates is in reaching a nuanced group that is not a monolith. Trip Yang, democratic strategist and CEO and Founder of Trip Yang Strategies, joins S.E. Cupp to discuss this and more big picture issues. And we'll have all the latest headlines in the NYC Mayor's race, which S.E. will break down with Joe Anuta, a reporter covering City Hall for Politico.
What Makes Mamdani?s Socialism Click in NYC? | Battleground NYC
Hannah Fierick, City Hall Reporter for the New York Post, joins host S.E. Cupp to discuss the latest headlines in the race for NYC Mayor, including what the candidates did today to remember the victims of the 9/11 tragedy. Gustavo Gordillo, the Co-Chair of the NYC DSA, and Arielle Swernoff, the organization's Campaigns Coordinator also join the show to break down the NYC DSA issues that are resonating with voters, and their support of Zohran Mamdani.
Hannah Fierick, City Hall Reporter for the New York Post, joins host S.E. Cupp to discuss the latest headlines in the race for NYC Mayor, including what the candidates did today to remember the victims of the 9/11 tragedy. Gustavo Gordillo, the Co-Chair of the NYC DSA, and Arielle Swernoff, the organization's Campaigns Coordinator also join the show to break down the NYC DSA issues that are resonating with voters, and their support of Zohran Mamdani.
All Eyes on Adams: What Will He Do? | Battleground NYC full episode #28: Sep 12, 2025
All eyes are on Mayor Eric Adams as reports continue to come in about alleged offers to the incumbent to drop out of the race for New York City Mayor. J.C. Polanco, attorney and an assistant professor at the University of Mount Saint Vincent, joins guest host John Avlon to discuss this and more. David Burstein, author of Fast Future: How the Millennial Generation is Shaping Our World, joins the show to discuss younger voters, and whether the other NYC Mayoral candidates can chip away at his lead with this important voting group.
All eyes are on Mayor Eric Adams as reports continue to come in about alleged offers to the incumbent to drop out of the race for New York City Mayor. J.C. Polanco, attorney and an assistant professor at the University of Mount Saint Vincent, joins guest host John Avlon to discuss this and more. David Burstein, author of Fast Future: How the Millennial Generation is Shaping Our World, joins the show to discuss younger voters, and whether the other NYC Mayoral candidates can chip away at his lead with this important voting group.
Mamdani Leads: Can Anyone Catch Up? | Battleground NYC full episode #30: Sep 9, 2025
The latest New York Times and Siena College show that frontrunner Zohran Mamdani still maintains a commanding lead over the rest of the candidates in the race. Can anyone catch him? Ayana Harry, a political correspondent for Spectrum News New York 1 joins S.E. Cupp to discuss this and more headlines from the campaign trail. John Tomlin, a Democratic strategist and Senior Managing Director at Actum, also joins the show to discuss what, if anything, the other candidates in the race can do to narrow Mamdani's lead.
The latest New York Times and Siena College show that frontrunner Zohran Mamdani still maintains a commanding lead over the rest of the candidates in the race. Can anyone catch him? Ayana Harry, a political correspondent for Spectrum News New York 1 joins S.E. Cupp to discuss this and more headlines from the campaign trail. John Tomlin, a Democratic strategist and Senior Managing Director at Actum, also joins the show to discuss what, if anything, the other candidates in the race can do to narrow Mamdani's lead.
Crowded NYC Race, All Still In | Battleground NYC full episode #29: Sep 8, 2025
It appears that no other candidates plan to drop out of the NYC Mayoral race, despite Mamdani's lead, and outside interference. S.E. Cupp will discuss this and other headlines from the campaign trail with reporter Lisa Evers from FOX 5 New York. Christine Quinn, former New York City Council Speaker, also joins the show to discuss whether this race for mayor is the most "consequential" in modern history.
It appears that no other candidates plan to drop out of the NYC Mayoral race, despite Mamdani's lead, and outside interference. S.E. Cupp will discuss this and other headlines from the campaign trail with reporter Lisa Evers from FOX 5 New York. Christine Quinn, former New York City Council Speaker, also joins the show to discuss whether this race for mayor is the most "consequential" in modern history.
All Eyes on Adams: What Will He Do? | Battleground NYC
All eyes are on Mayor Eric Adams as reports continue to come in about alleged offers to the incumbent to drop out of the race for New York City Mayor. J.C. Polanco, attorney and an assistant professor at the University of Mount Saint Vincent, joins guest host John Avlon to discuss this and more. David Burstein, author of Fast Future: How the Millennial Generation is Shaping Our World, joins the show to discuss younger voters, and whether the other NYC Mayoral candidates can chip away at his lead with this important voting group.
All eyes are on Mayor Eric Adams as reports continue to come in about alleged offers to the incumbent to drop out of the race for New York City Mayor. J.C. Polanco, attorney and an assistant professor at the University of Mount Saint Vincent, joins guest host John Avlon to discuss this and more. David Burstein, author of Fast Future: How the Millennial Generation is Shaping Our World, joins the show to discuss younger voters, and whether the other NYC Mayoral candidates can chip away at his lead with this important voting group.
Mamdani Blasts 'Alleged' WH Interference | Battleground NYC
There is fallout over new reports of alleged White House interference in the New York City Mayor's race, with frontrunner Zohran Mamdani calling it an 'affront to democracy'. Ross Barkan, political columnist with New York Magazine's Intelligencer, joins guest host John Avlon to discuss this and more headlines from the trail. Jim Walden, former independent candidate for NYC Mayor also joins the show to discuss his decision to suspend his campaign.
There is fallout over new reports of alleged White House interference in the New York City Mayor's race, with frontrunner Zohran Mamdani calling it an 'affront to democracy'. Ross Barkan, political columnist with New York Magazine's Intelligencer, joins guest host John Avlon to discuss this and more headlines from the trail. Jim Walden, former independent candidate for NYC Mayor also joins the show to discuss his decision to suspend his campaign.
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.�
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.