New York City Mayor Eric Adams has publicly criticized likely Democratic primary opponent Zohran Mamdani after Mamdani declared victory in the mayoral primary. Appearing on Fox & Friends, Adams dismissed Mamdani's ambitious campaign proposals, accusing him of lacking an understanding of government authority and power. Adams argued that while Mamdani advocates for higher taxes on the wealthy and free public transportation, he is ill-equipped to bring about such changes as an assemblyman. Adams foresees challenges for Mamdani in the general election despite his recent popularity among progressive voters.
"He wants to raise tax on the 1% of New York's high-income earners. As the mayor, you can't do it. Do you know who has the authority to do that? An assemblyman, which he is."
"When you look at the total number of Democrats, the primary always brings out the left part of the party, always. Well, now you are going into the general election."
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