New York City Mayor Eric Adams on Sunday said he is dropping out of the mayoral race.

In a video announcement , the mayor said the New York City Campaign Finance Board's decision to withhold millions from his campaign as the main reason for suspending is reelection bid.

"Who would have thought that a kid from South Jamaica, Queens, growing up with learning disabilities could one day become the mayor of the greatest city in the world?" the mayor said with a photograph of his mother, Dorothy Mae Adams-Streeter, at his side.

Adams cited his accomplishments in reducing crime, building housing and placing female and minorities in leadership roles. He noted that many New Yorkers have yet to feel the full impact of these achievements.

"It's not always easy to see the impact of good policy i

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