Eric Adams Drops Out: What It Means for NYC’s Mayoral Race

The New York City mayoral race has entered a defining chapter with Eric Adams announcing he will not seek re-election.

Once seen as a rising figure in city politics, Adams faced mounting challenges that included fundraising difficulties, allegations of corruption, and criticism over his ties to President Donald Trump.

His withdrawal reshapes the contest, turning it into a direct battle between Zohran Mamdani, a progressive Democrat championing affordable housing, free transit, and childcare, and Andrew Cuomo, the former New York governor attempting a political comeback as an independent.

For New Yorkers, the choice reflects two sharply different paths: Mamdani’s bold progressive reforms versus Cuomo’s promise of experienced, steady leadership.

Polls suggest Mamdani has a lead, but Cuomo remains a formidable opponent with name recognition and political infrastructure.

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