New York City Mayor Eric Adams abandons his reelection campaign

"In a video released on social media, Adams spoke proudly of his tenure as mayor. But he said his now-dismissed federal corruption case left voters wary of him, and "constant media speculation" about his future made it impossible to raise enough money to run a serious campaign. "Despite all we've achieved, I cannot continue my reelection campaign," he said. Adams did not endorse any of the remaining candidates in the race, but he warned of "insidious forces" using local government to "advance divisive agendas.""

"Adams' capitulation could potentially provide a lift to the campaign of former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, a fellow centrist who portrayed himself as the only candidate able to beat the Democratic Party's nominee, state Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani. It is unclear, though, whether enough Adams supporters will shift their allegiances to Cuomo to make a difference. Mamdani, 33, would be the city's youngest and most liberal mayor in generations if elected."

Eric Adams ended his reelection campaign, citing a now-dismissed federal corruption case that left voters wary and persistent media speculation that hindered fundraising. He spoke proudly of his tenure but said constant attention made it impossible to raise enough money to run a serious campaign. Adams did not endorse the remaining candidates and warned of "insidious forces" using local government to advance divisive agendas. His withdrawal could aid former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, though it is uncertain whether Adams' supporters will shift. Zohran Mamdani, 33, would be the city's youngest and most liberal mayor and campaigned to lower the high cost of living. Cuomo and Sliwa remain in the race.

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