Curtis Sliwa criticizes Andrew Cuomo over immigration stance ahead of potential NYC mayoral race
Curtis Sliwa, founder of the Guardian Angels, criticized former Governor Andrew Cuomo for his past comments on immigration. Sliwa suggested Cuomo should apologize to federal immigration officials for calling them "thugs" and for his soft immigration policies. Sliwa, who lost the 2021 mayoral race, hinted at running again against Cuomo, who is rumored to be considering a mayoral bid. He accused Cuomo of distancing himself from unpopular policies while trying to revive his political career. Cuomo's representative dismissed Sliwa's claims as a distortion, stating that anyone convicted of a crime is subject to ICE enforcement. The representative also highlighted Cuomo's investment in combating gang violence during his time in office.