NYC Mayor Eric Adams: First Term Reflections and What’s Next

Mayor Eric Adams, the 110th Mayor of New York City, discusses leading the city through historic challenges and his campaign for re-election this November. Mayor Adams reflects on his path from NYPD captain to Brooklyn Borough President to City Hall, and how his experiences have shaped his approach to governance, public safety, and equity.
Mayor Adams shares key accomplishments from his first term and opens up about how the reality of being Mayor has compared to the dream he’s long held. He discusses his evolving relationship with the media, and what it means to run under his own party line. Looking ahead, he outlines his goals for a second term, the legacy he hopes to leave behind, and why he believes New York City’s future depends on bold, accountable leadership.