Following the recent allegations that Trump advisors have floated the idea of offering New York City Mayor Eric Adams a position in the Trump administration to undermine mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani’s election odds, the political landscape of the upcoming New York City mayoral race has become increasingly contentious. The New York Times report reveals that Trump’s advisors have engaged in discussions with Adams’ associates, suggesting the possibility of Adams stepping down from the mayoral race and joining the Trump administration, which could further bolster the chances of former Governor Andrew Cuomo, an independent candidate running for the position. This potential strategy is part of a broader effort to sway the outcome of the election, with Adams currently serving as the sitting mayor and Mamdani as a prominent figure in the Democratic Party. However, the specifics of the proposed positions for Adams have not yet been formalized, and it remains unclear whether the mayor would be inclined to accept such an offer. The White House has not provided any comment on the matter, leaving the situation in limbo.
Adams’ campaign swiftly responded to the allegations, denying any direct engagement with Trump on the matter and emphasizing the mayor’s commitment to his campaign. Todd Shapiro, the spokesperson for Adams’ campaign, stated that Adams has not had any conversations with Trump regarding the mayoral race and that the mayor is focused on delivering results for New Yorkers.