New York City Mayor Eric Adams has addressed speculation about the possibility of being offered a position in President Donald Trump’s administration in exchange for dropping out of the re-election race.
In a statement shared by his press secretary, Todd Shapiro, Adams emphasized that he is focused on serving New Yorkers, but that he would consider other opportunities.
However, Adams added that “no formal offers” have been made at this time.
Statement from Mayor Adams
“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…
— ToddShapiro (@ToddShapiroPR) September 5, 2025
The statement read in full:
“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.
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.”
The mayor’s comments come amid unconfirmed reports of discussions between White House officials and Adams regarding a potential job in the Trump administration.
Adams is said to have met with Trump envoy Steve Witkoff in Florida earlier this week, fueling rumors of an imminent exit from the mayoral race. The New York Post reported that Adams is scheduled to meet with White House officials in Washington, D.C., next week.
“Eric Adams knows he can’t win [in November] and is exploring his options,” a source close to the mayor told The Post, adding that the meeting could happen as soon as Monday. “The next step would have to be a formal conversation” with the president, they added.
Witkoff has reportedly floated the idea of Adams being nominated as the next ambassador to Saudi Arabia.
Adams is seeking a second term as an independent after opting not to participate in the Democratic primary, which was won by Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani.
The race is now between Adams, former Governor Andrew Cuomo, Mamdani, and Republican nominee Curtis Silwa. Many Republicans are pushing for Cuomo to win because they do not believe Silwa has a real chance.
In a four-way race, Mamdani would be the likely winner.
Trump has expressed a desire for a streamlined contest, saying, “I’d like to see two people drop out and have it be a one-on-one, and I think that’s a race that could be won.”
