#mayor-eric-adams

#mayor-eric-adams

Mayor Eric Adams expressed strong opposition to Zohran Mamdani's push to decriminalize prostitution, emphasizing the religious and ethical implications of the issue. He stated, "I can't be more clear. I'm a man of God, just as Mamdani says he's a Muslim. I don't know where in his Quran it states that it's ok for a woman to be on the streets selling their body." Adams views Mamdani's stance as neglecting the serious issues of sex trafficking and safety for vulnerable populations.

The City Council approved a rezoning plan for Midtown South, allowing for 9,700 new apartments, including approximately 3,000 affordable units, across a significant area.

The Compassionate Interventions Act seeks to give city first responders the authority to involuntarily commit individuals who are an apparent risk to themselves or others due to drug or alcohol use to a hospital.

The city has recorded 412 shooting incidents in 2025, lower than the previous record of 426 in the first seven months of 2017, according to preliminary NYPD data.

"I wish my EOs can override laws. I'd override a whole lot of laws," Adams told reporters in the Bronx on July 22. But executive orders can't override laws."

Mayor Eric Adams announced that 40 schools in New York City will provide 5,000 new after-school seats for grades K-5 this fall, aiming to help families in need.

We have our own separate endorsement process, and we will go through that process, a PBA spokesperson said in a statement.

"With the closure of the concrete recycling facility at the Columbia Street Waterfront District, we are taking an important step toward realizing a greener, safer, and more vibrant Brooklyn Marine Terminal for the residents of this community."

His participation in the livestream garnered swift public criticism... writing with crying emoji added: 'Y'all look at my mayor ... we're cooked.'

Charlie Rangel spent a lifetime serving his country - first as a decorated veteran of the Korean War, then as an assemblyman, and finally as a congressman. As the 'Lion of Lenox,' he represented his community as one of our city's greatest elected leaders for nearly 50 years.

The Knicks embody the spirit of New York—resilient, passionate, and unstoppable, Mayor Adams said. We’re celebrating this team by temporarily co-naming our city streets.