Eric Adams Drops Out of NYC Mayoral Race

‘The campaign finance board’s decision to withhold millions of dollars have undermined my ability to raise the funds needed for a serious campaign,’ Adams said.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams speaks at a press conference at the 34th Street–Herald Square station on March 21, 2025. Oliver Mantyk/Epoch Times

New York City Mayor Eric Adams dropped out of this year’s mayoral race on Sept. 28, citing mounting pressure that makes it difficult to continue his campaign.

Adams, a Democrat, made the announcement in a video statement posted to X Sunday afternoon, where he warned “extremism is growing in our politics” and indicated that he lacked the funds to remain in the race.