Andrew Cuomo's anticipated comeback has faltered as Zohran Mamdani wins the New York City mayoral race.
The election results show a rejection of the old guard in New York City, with Mamdani's victory marking a significant shift.
It was his race to lose, many said, in a race against a sea of little-known challengers.
Cuomo never solidified his early lead, allowing Mamdani to prevail in the election.
Author's summary: Mamdani wins NYC mayoral race.