Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) has a clear lead in the Democratic primary for the New York City mayoral race this year before he’s entered the contest, according to a poll released Friday.

Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who is not currently running for mayor, maintained his position as the leader of the Democratic mayoral primary field in the latest poll released Thursday night. The Manhattan Institute,

Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo — who has yet to announce his intentions — has a strong lead among registered voters in the New York City mayoral race, according to a new poll out Friday.

The survey, the first of the mayoral election cycle from Emerson College Polling/PIX 11/The Hill, shows Cuomo with 33% support and Mayor Eric Adams at 10%. The poll shows former Comptroller Scott Stringer with 8% support,

An exclusive poll from PIX11 News, Emerson College, and The Hill shows former Gov. Andrew Cuomo would hold an early advantage if he hops in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary — but Mayor Eric Adams still has a chance.