Is Mayor Eric Adams preparing to exit the New York City mayor’s race?
Rumors are swirling that Hizzoner is looking to abandon his long-shot reelection bid as pressure mounts on candidates opposed to Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani to consolidate behind the best-positioned contender and halt his likely ascent to City Hall.
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