Elon Musk has landed in controversy over his latest remarks, as people said he is being "racist" purposely against "coloured people." The backlash of the billionaire started after he misspelt the New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani 's name while endorsing his rival, Andrew Cuomo. Taking to X, Musk urged voters to back Cuomo, writing: "Bear in mind that a vote for Curtis is really a vote for Mumdumi or whatever his name is. Vote Cuomo!" He further added that voting for Republican Curtis Sliwa would effectively help Mamdani, who has surged in polls while focusing on key issues like child care, housing affordability and more. Cuomo is running as an independent after losing to Mamdani in the primary; meanwhile, Sliwa is also in the race. Musk's statement came
NYC mayoral election: Elon Musk's 'Mumdumi or whatever' jibe at Indian-origin Zohran Mamdani irks fire; internet calls him 'racist'
The Times of India12 hrs ago
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