"And yet, despite all we've achieved, I cannot continue my reelection campaign,"
"constant media speculation about my future"
"decision to withhold millions of dollars."
"I also know some remain unsure of me after the unfortunate events surrounding my federal case. I was wrongfully charged because I fought for this city. And if I had to do it again, I would fight for New York again."
Eric Adams announced he ended his re-election campaign, citing constant media speculation about his future and the city campaign finance board's decision to withhold millions of dollars. Adams highlighted progress on housing construction, lowered crime rates, education reform, and reduced living costs during his term. Adams' campaign was damaged by a federal bribery case that was later dismissed and by liberal criticism of his warm relationship with President Donald Trump. Adams skipped the Democratic primary and secured a ballot line as an independent. Federal prosecutors originally alleged illegal contributions and favors involving a Turkish official; the Justice Department ordered the charges dropped so Adams could assist with Trump's immigration agenda. The campaign faced additional turmoil with fresh bribery charges against a former top advisor and the removal of another aide.
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