Eric Adams ponders over his choice: Trump administration job or futile reelection campaign

In the political landscape of New York City, the re-election campaign of Mayor Eric Adams is currently shrouded in speculation, as officials within the Trump administration reportedly aim to narrow the field of candidates to position Adams against his main rival, Mamdani.

This strategy comes after advice from Jim Walden, an independent candidate who recently withdrew from the mayor's race. Walden previously encouraged candidates to consolidate votes behind the poll leader to maximise their odds. However, so far, there has been little commitment to this strategy.

The latest developments have seen Adams taking an unannounced trip to Florida, sparking rumours about meetings with Trump administration officials. Adams, when asked about abandoning his reelection bid or stepping down as mayor after his confidante Ingrid Lewis-Martin was indicted on new charges, responded resolutely with "hell no."

Reports suggest that talks have involved finding a place in the administration for Adams and Sliwa, another mayoral candidate. However, both Adams and Sliwa have denied any contact with the White House or expressed a lack of desire to take a job in the Trump administration.

Adams' campaign spokesperson, Todd Shapiro, stated that Adams has not asked for or been offered a job at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, contrary to reports by Politico New York. The position offered to Adams within the United States government, if any, has not been explicitly stated in the available search results.

Amidst the speculation, Adams remains optimistic about his re-election bid. He said he still sees a path to victory but won't confirm his decision until November. Adams looks forward to another four years of delivering results for the people of New York City.

Meanwhile, Walden implored the remaining candidates to consider history's judgment if their ambition allows Mamdani to win. The race for the mayoral seat of New York City continues to be a closely watched event, with many awaiting the next moves from the candidates.

Eric Adams ponders over his choice: Trump administration job or futile reelection campaign