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Curtis Sliwa Faces GOP Backlash Over Cat-Care Skit With Mayor Mamdani

31 March, 2026.USA.6 sources

Key Takeaways

Sliwa participated in a cat-centric skit with Mayor Mamdani at the Inner Circle Dinner.
GOP criticism and backlash followed the skit from some New York Republicans.
Mamdani underwent allergy treatment in a pre-recorded segment to adopt a cat.

Cat Skit Sparks GOP Fury

Sliwa appeared alongside Mayor Mamdani in a cat-themed comedy sketch.

“reuters-16 The annual Inner Circle Dinner, a long-running New York political roast event known for its satirical takes on city leadership, drew renewed attention this year after a skit involving Mayor Zohran Mamdani and former mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa sparked discussion among attendees and listeners”

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Some Republicans accused Sliwa of betraying the party.

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Former Governor Paterson called the move reprehensible.

Sliwa Defends Skit as Animal Rescue

Sliwa said the video was all about the cats.

He framed the skit as promoting animal rescue, a rare point of agreement.

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President Trump drilled him for wanting to bring cats into Gracie Mansion.

Inner Circle Gaffe Fans Party Divisions

The Inner Circle sketch drew sharp reactions.

“Some GOP insiders are livid at 2025 mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa for cozying up to Mayor Zohran Mamdani in a cat-centric comedy skit — claiming the Guardian Angels founder “betrayed” them”