The beleaguered New York City mayor is eager to run against Zohran Mamdani, the socialist who won the Democratic primary Tuesday.

In his campaign for re-election, Mayor Eric Adams says he’s running on his record … against a guy who has no record. He’s referring, of course, to Zohran Mamdani, the 33-year-old socialist ...

A protester is detained by New York Police officers as New York Mayor Eric Adams speaks during a campaign launch rally at City Hall, Thursday, June. 26, 2025, in New York.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams announces his re-election campaign as an independent after leaving the Democratic Party, at City Hall in New York City, June 26, 2025. Kylie Cooper/Reuters.

Mr. Adams appeared on the steps of City Hall to formally kick off an independent bid for re-election in November, with a crowd of supporters holding up “Re-elect Eric for Mayor” signs, echoing ...