New York City Mayor Eric Adams has denied allegations that he received an offer from the Trump administration to abandon his re-election campaign, according to sources. Reports surfaced that the administration considered positioning Adams within the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, while also exploring roles for Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa. A spokesperson for Adams stated, “The mayor is fully committed to winning this election, with millions of New Yorkers preparing to cast their votes.”
Sliwa rejected claims of White House involvement, asserting, “I have not been contacted by the White House, and I’m not interested in a job with the White House.” Meanwhile, opponent Mamdani highlighted the rumors, alleging, “Trump, Cuomo and Adams scheme behind closed doors… It’s only about their own power.”
Recent polling placed Adams at 9% support, while Mamdani led at 42%, Cuomo at 26%, and Sliwa at 17%. Internal discussions suggest Adams may be considering job opportunities that could lead to suspending his campaign. Meetings with Trump allies, including Steve Witkoff, have fueled speculation, though details remain unclear. City Hall initially described the mayor’s activities as “personal matters,” later attributing them to a birthday celebration. However, sources indicated the talks accelerated as Adams’ re-election prospects waned amid corruption scandals and declining poll numbers.
