There’s no precedent for what Adams is hoping to do: In modern times, no candidate has ever been elected New York City mayor solely on an independent line. On top of that, Adams has sagging poll numbers, low fundraising dollars and the appearance of a corrupt bargain with President Trump.

The deadline to enter the Democratic primary for New York City's 2025 mayoral race is Thursday, and one of the biggest questions is whether Mayor Eric Adams will be entering.

Fresh off the dissolution of his criminal corruption case, New York City Mayor Eric Adams says he’s back to focusing on working for New Yorkers. He just plans to do it with another party. The embattled Democrat announced Thursday that he will run instead for mayor as an independent,