Republican New York City mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa dished criticism toward the independent candidates he’s facing this November, saying Tuesday both are “Democrats.” Incumbent Mayor Eric Adams and former Democratic Gov.

The 55th governor of New York, who served from 2008 to 2010, previously endorsed his successor in Albany, Andrew Cuomo, during his first shot at a political comeback tour during the Democratic primary for mayor.

Former Gov. David Paterson endorses Eric Adams for reelection. He previously supported Andrew Cuomo. Former Gov. David Paterson formally endorsed Mayor Eric Adams for re-election Wednesday.