Eric Adams ’s long-shot reelection campaign is over. The mayor of New York City announced on Sunday that he’s dropping out after months of speculation over whether he could be convinced to leave the race following a scandalous first term that left him polling in fourth place. Here are the latest developments and reactions. Copied Chas Danner Updated Sep. 28, 2025, 5:05 PM EDT

Carone is going with Cuomo

The New York Times reports :

Frank Carone, one of the mayor’s closest advisers who was overseeing his campaign, suggested that his withdrawal “isn’t the end, but a pivot” to defeat Mr. Mamdani. Mr. Carone, who also runs a large lobbying business, said he personally planned to start working for Mr. Cuomo’s campaign or a super PAC aligned with Mr. Cuomo’s interests.

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