"In the video flanked by a photo of his late mother, the embattled NYC Mayor finally succumbed to the bribery allegations that led to the denial of public funds, which ultimately led to him being fourth in the race, behind the Republican nominee for mayor, Curtis Sliwa, who is just as, if not worse than, Adams. "Despite all we've achieved, I cannot continue my re-election campaign," the former NYPD officer, turned Brooklyn politician, said."
"Coming into the final weeks of his tumultuous campaign, rumors swirled around Adams about him dropping out, and potentially taking a job with the Trump administration, who also wanted him to end his re-election bid to clear the way for Andrew Cuomo in an effort to keep Mamdani, who is a clear favorite to win the election. Some people, like former CNN news anchor Don Lemon, believe Curtis Sliwa could also drop out,"
Eric Adams announced the end of his re-election bid after bribery allegations led to the denial of public funds and undermined his fundraising. The campaign fell to fourth place, trailing Democratic favorite Zohran Mamdani and Republican Curtis Sliwa. Adams cited constant media speculation and the Campaign Finance Board withholding millions as reasons he could not mount a serious campaign. Rumors circulated about a possible move to the Trump administration or stepping aside to clear the path for Andrew Cuomo. Some commentators suggested Sliwa might also withdraw. Many New Yorkers reacted with relief and derision.
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