Following escalating rumors that the White House may offer him a job in exchange for ending his reelection campaign, Mayor Adams confirmed in a statement Friday morning that he is, for now, still in the race.

“Serving New Yorkers as their mayor is the only job I’ve ever wanted. I’m proud of the progress we’ve made lowering crime, improving schools, building housing, and cutting costs for working families — and I remain the best person to lead this city forward,” Adams, who is running as an independent, said. “While I will always listen if called to serve our country, no formal offers have been made. I am still running for reelection, and my full focus is on the safety and quality of life of every New Yorker.”

President Trump has outwardly criticized and condemned the leading mayoral cand

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