A moped rider was struck by multiple vehicles on a New York City expressway on Monday and his body was dragged about half a mile. (Luiz C. Ribeiro for NY Daily News via Getty Images)
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"We know that our New York City is in trouble," Cuomo says in the launch video. "You feel it when you walk down the street and try not to make eye contact with a mentally ill homeless person, or when the anxiety rises up in your chest as you're walking down the subway."
"The city just feels threatening, out of control and in crisis," Cuomo said, placing the blame on political leaders and their "lack of intelligent action."
Cuomo called for more police and tougher action on crime and homelessness in the city. He admitted that in NYC, "police have been devalued," but said he wanted to restore "mutual respect" between law enforcement and residents.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo speaks during a news conference against a backdrop of medical supplies at the Jacob Javits Center that will house a temporary hospital in response to the COVID-19 outbreak in New York. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)
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During the COVID-19 pandemic, Cuomo became somewhat of a national figure, with some referring to him as "America's governor." His daily briefings became a staple at the time. However, many criticized his policies when it came to housing sick patients in nursing homes.
In August 2021, amid sexual assault allegations, Cuomo resigned, making way for now-New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to take his place.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, who has faced his own scandals, is running for reelection, but has an uphill battle as the city grapples with crime and homelessness.
New York City Democrats will pick their mayoral candidate in a primary election that is set for June 2025.
Rachel Wolf is a breaking news writer for Fox News Digital and FOX Business.
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