Advisers within President Donald Trump’s administration have reportedly discussed offering New York City Mayor Eric Adams a federal position in order to influence the outcome of the 2025 mayoral race. The reported strategy aims to encourage Adams to withdraw, making way for former Governor Andrew Cuomo to consolidate the moderate vote and stop socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani.
According to Fox News, sources familiar with the conversations said a possible ambassadorship or senior administration role could be extended to Adams. The White House has not commented on the matter, and there is no confirmation that an offer has been made. Adams’ campaign denied any discussions with President Trump or his team, stating he has had “no discussions with, nor has he met with, President Donald Trump regarding the mayoral race.”
Mamdani, a radical left-wing councilman and self-proclaimed democratic socialist, quickly condemned the report. At a press conference, he accused the Trump administration of trying to manipulate the election to install a preferred candidate. Mamdani, backed by the Democratic Socialists of America, is considered a leading figure in the far-left push to transform city governance.
The potential political maneuver highlights a growing concern among conservatives and moderates about the continued rise of socialism in major urban centers. Under President Trump’s leadership, federal officials have taken an active stance in confronting far-left policies that have led to spikes in crime, homelessness, and declining quality of life in Democrat-run cities.
Blocking Mamdani’s path to City Hall would represent a strategic move to prevent New York City from falling deeper into progressive control. With Adams politically weakened and under federal investigation, the possibility of a Trump administration appointment could offer him an exit while helping reshape the mayoral race.
