
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced he is dropping out of the 2025 mayoral race, ending his re-election campaign amid mounting scandals and financial struggles. The 64-year-old leader confirmed his decision in a video message posted to social media, citing 'constant speculation' and campaign finance challenges. Although Adams has ended his bid, his name will remain on the November ballot due to state election deadlines, leaving the city's political landscape in upheaval.
Adams' withdrawal reshapes the New York City mayoral race, where Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani and former governor Andrew Cuomo, running as an independent, now stand as frontrunners.