As the race for New York City mayor heats up, Andrew Cuomo finds himself trailing and has publicly asked fellow Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa to abandon his campaign. Sliwa, however, remains resolute, claiming he is crucial for securing conservative votes and believes he can thwart rival candidate Zohran Mamdani. Amidst rising crime and a politically charged atmosphere, Sliwa emphasizes his outsider status and unique qualifications, while Cuomo acknowledges the difficulty of his campaign if Sliwa continues in the race. Tension escalates as Sliwa criticizes the political establishment and refuses to back down, asserting that he hired security after declining a substantial offer to step aside. The emerging dynamics between Cuomo and Sliwa highlight a fractious Republican primary as the election approaches.