NYC Mayor Eric Adams
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams
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In a major political development, New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced that he will not seek re-election through the Democratic Primary. Instead, he will run as an Independent candidate in the November 2025 General Election. In a video released earlier today, Mayor Adams addressed the public directly, outlining his decision and vision moving forward.
“This is not a decision I made lightly,” Adams said. “I have spent my entire life as a Democrat, but I’ve also spent my entire career putting people over politics. The direction of the party has changed, and I believe New Yorkers deserve leadership that’s focused on results, not rhetoric.”
The mayor cited rising partisanship and a lack of collaboration within the political establishment as core reasons for his decision.
“The people of this city elected me to lead — to fight crime, grow the economy, and bring real change to our neighborhoods,” he continued. “That mission hasn’t changed, but the political process is making it harder to get things done. I refuse to be boxed in by party politics.”
Adams emphasized that his decision is about putting New Yorkers first and maintaining a focus on safety, economic development, and affordable housing.
“I’m running as an Independent because I want to continue serving all New Yorkers — not just one party,” he said. “This city needs leadership that’s unafraid to speak hard truths and take bold action.”
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