Andrew Cuomo Defends Campaigning in White Ford Bronco
Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo addressed the controversy surrounding his choice to campaign for mayor in a white Ford Bronco, emphasizing that the vehicle has no connection to the late O.J. Simpson.
Cuomo's Statement
Just before Election Day in New York City, Cuomo, running as an independent mayoral candidate, posted a video on Instagram explaining that the white Ford Bronco is his “Good luck truck.” This came after social media users expressed surprise at seeing him in the car.
Context of the Vehicle
The white Ford Bronco became infamous in June 1994 when O.J. Simpson led authorities on a two-hour police chase in the vehicle. Simpson was charged with the murders of his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ronald Goldman. He was later acquitted, a verdict that stirred national controversy. Simpson passed away in 2024 due to cancer.
Mayoral Race Overview
The New York City mayoral election has drawn notable attention with Cuomo competing as an independent candidate against Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani and Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa.
Media Interaction
Politico reporter Jeff Coltin tweeted: "After a brief speech and some handshakes and selfies, Cuomo ignored my questions and got in the white Ford Bronco to be driven to the next stop in Washington Heights."
Newsweek reached out to Cuomo’s representative via email outside regular hours but did not receive a comment.
Cuomo’s use of the white Ford Bronco aims to reclaim a symbol loaded with historical weight amid a competitive and closely watched mayoral race.