From the New York Post: Mayor Eric Adams dropped out of New York City’s mayoral race Sunday amid escalating pressure to clear the crowded field in a last-ditch attempt to stop socialist Zohran Mamdani’s election to City Hall.
The bombshell move came after weeks of back-and-forth over whether Adams would bow out of the race, in which he is polling fourth, far behind frontrunner Mamdani, former Gov. Andrew Cuomo and also, Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa.
“It’s been an honor to be your mayor,” Adams said in a video from Gracie Mansion, according to a transcript first obtained by The Post.
He touted his victories over his first term — which include bringing crime down, building housing and dealing with the city’s brutal migrant crisis — but said that despite his administration’s successes, “I know I cannot continue my campaign.”
Adams did not endorse either of the remaining mayoral candidates competing for his seat, but took a jab at socialist Democrat Zohran Mamdani.
Other candidates running are former NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who is running as an Independent, and Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa.
President Donald Trump had urged Adams to drop out months ago, saying in order to block Mamdani from winning, the other candidates should team up and get behind just one person.
WATCH Adams’ announcement below:
Only in America. Only in New York.
Thank you for making my story a reality. pic.twitter.com/efHuyBnITJ— Eric Adams (@ericadamsfornyc) September 28, 2025
Cuomo responded by posting the following statement:
The choice @ericadamsfornyc made today was not an easy one, but I believe he is sincere in putting the well-being of New York City ahead of personal ambition. We face destructive extremist forces that would devastate our city through incompetence or ignorance, but it is not too late to stop them.
Mayor Adams has much to be proud of in his accomplishments. Only in New York can a child raised in a tenement in Bushwick, who once worked as a squeegee boy and a mailroom clerk, rise to become mayor. Whatever differences we may have, Eric Adams’ story is undeniably one of resilience, a testament to the spirit of this city.
The choice @ericadamsfornyc made today was not an easy one, but I believe he is sincere in putting the well-being of New York City ahead of personal ambition. We face destructive extremist forces that would devastate our city through incompetence or ignorance, but it is not too…
— Andrew Cuomo (@andrewcuomo) September 28, 2025
Sliwa also responded, writing, “I am the only candidate who can defeat Mamdani. Our team, our resources, and our supporters are unmatched. Most importantly, we have the best solutions to help working people afford to stay in New York City and feel safe. http://SliwaForNYC.com.”
I am the only candidate who can defeat Mamdani. Our team, our resources, and our supporters are unmatched. Most importantly, we have the best solutions to help working people afford to stay in New York City and feel safe. https://t.co/F2tFffOfLB https://t.co/oVY9yHJN5D
— Curtis Sliwa (@CurtisSliwa) September 28, 2025
With Adams out of the race, Mamdani – a Muslim Democrat Socialist – is still leading in the polls to be mayor of the largest city in America.
NYC MAYOR POLLS (without Adams)
CBS News
🟦 Mamdani: 44% (+14)
🟨 Cuomo: 30%
🟥 Sliwa: 17%
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NPR/Marist
🟦 Mamdani: 46% (+16)
🟨 Cuomo: 30%
🟥 Sliwa: 18%
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Quinnipiac
🟦 Mamdani: 46% (+16)
🟨 Cuomo: 30%
🟥 Sliwa: 17%September polling https://t.co/ie7CshfCjl pic.twitter.com/bOODiTlTdM
— InteractivePolls (@IAPolls2022) September 28, 2025
We disagree on almost every political issue under the sun, but this is a rare act of selflessness in a dark, selfish world. Props to Mayor Adams for putting his constituents first. Now New Yorkers must reject socialism before it’s too late…b/c it’s the gateway drug to communism!
— Brilyn Hollyhand (@BrilynHollyhand) September 28, 2025
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