Curtis Sliwa's Mayoral Campaign Faces Scrutiny Over Wife's Alleged Social Media Posts

New York City – Republican mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa is facing intense scrutiny regarding alleged social media posts made by his wife, Nancy Sliwa, which have drawn accusations of "reprehensible conduct." The controversy centers on posts reportedly criticizing an Israeli hostage rescue operation and expressing regret over the International Criminal Court's (ICC) pursuit of arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

The issue gained traction following a social media post by Ben B@dejo, who stated, "Exactly. That is who Nancy Sliwa is. That is who Curtis Sliwa relies on, confides in, and trusts to manage his campaign. And he refuses to repudiate this reprehensible conduct. Totally disqualifying." This tweet highlights the core of the criticism: Sliwa's apparent silence on the matter.

According to reports, screenshots of Nancy Sliwa's alleged posts, though no longer visible on her account, showed her questioning the Israeli hostage rescue and regretting the lack of an earlier indictment for Netanyahu by the ICC. The ICC's actions have been widely criticized by Israel and the U.S. as biased. When confronted about the authenticity of these posts, Nancy Sliwa reportedly did not deny them.

Neither Nancy Sliwa nor Curtis Sliwa has publicly addressed or repudiated the resurfaced posts, fueling further criticism. This silence is particularly notable given Curtis Sliwa's public stance as a pro-Israel candidate, who has previously pledged to enhance Holocaust education in New York City schools and cited the Guardian Angels' role in protecting Jewish communities.

The controversy emerges amidst a heated three-way mayoral race for New York City, set for November 2025. Sliwa is contending against independent Andrew Cuomo and Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani. The current situation could significantly impact Sliwa's campaign, especially among voters who prioritize his stated commitment to the Jewish community and his broader public safety platform.