The Mark Simone Show

Governor Kathy Hochul is most likely to encounter significant challenges in the upcoming gubernatorial race, as U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik has announced her candidacy for governor in New York City. This development sets the stage for a highly competitive contest between the two prominent political figures. Former CIA Director John Brennan is reportedly under investigation by the Department of Justice. Sources indicate that the inquiry may lead to an indictment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David in Brooklyn, NY, called Mark to explain how statistical numbers highlighting voting in NYC's recent election may not have been accurate. Bill in Pennsylvania thinks U.S. Representative Elise Stefanik should use the phrase "common sense" instead of "affordability" for her branding on her gubernatorial campaign. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is considering whether to retain current NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch when he takes office. If Tisch does not stay on, former Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney Harrison is said to be a top contender for the role, according to sources close to Mamdani’s transition team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani announced his transition team yesterday. President Trump commented on Mamdani’s victory as the next mayor of NYC. Mark interviews economist Steve Moore. Is Mamdani’s proposal to match New Jersey’s tax rates in NYC a smart move to help the poor? Could “socialism in the city” hurt the economy? Socialism may or may not be good for the economy. How did Zohran Mamdani mobilize so many young voters? Were backroom deals involved in his campaign success? Mark interviews former mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa. Curtis called Mamdani after his win and explained how their conversation went. Will we ever hear from Andrew Cuomo again? Mark argues Sliwa did not cost Cuomo the election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Curtis called Mamdani after his win and explained how their conversation went. Will we ever hear from Andrew Cuomo again? Mark argues Sliwa did not cost Cuomo the election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani announced his transition team yesterday. President Trump commented on Mamdani’s victory as the next mayor of NYC. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews economist Steve Moore. Is Mamdani’s proposal to match New Jersey’s tax rates in NYC a smart move to help the poor? Could “socialism in the city” hurt the economy? Socialism may or may not be good for the economy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How did Zohran Mamdani mobilize so many young voters? Were backroom deals involved in his campaign success? Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews former mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa. Curtis called Mamdani after his win and explained how their conversation went. Will we ever hear from Andrew Cuomo again? Mark argues Sliwa did not cost Cuomo the election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony in New Jersey called Mark to tell him that a lot of voters in Tuesday's election don't know what Marxism is. Vincent in Brooklyn, NY, has an idea for identifying Democrats or liberals who may soon have their rent frozen due to upcoming legislation from Mamdani.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How did Zohran Mamdani mobilize so many young voters? Were backroom deals involved in his campaign success? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Mamdani’s proposal to match New Jersey’s tax rates in NYC a smart move to help the poor? Could “socialism in the city” hurt the economy? Socialism may or may not be good for the economy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.