Mayor Adams’ indictment was political lawfare: Letters
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Mayor Adams’ indictment was political lawfare: Letters

ByNews Polite

The Issue: Allegations that the indictment levied against Mayor Adams was political in nature. There won’t be a fair trial (“Hear out Adams’ defense,” Sept. 27). What Mayor Adams faces is selective prosecution and political persecution. In short: lawfare. Some upgrades on Turkish Airlines? I didn’t see former Mayor Bill…

NYC Mayor Eric Adams indictment could open the door for these potential 2025 challengers
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams indictment could open the door for these potential 2025 challengers

ByNews Polite

Mayor Eric Adams already has several Democratic challengers in the 2025 race — and more contenders may seize his bombshell indictment as an opportunity to throw their hat in the ring. Adams vowed to keep leading the Big Apple once news of the indictment broke Wednesday night, but whether he…

Dismal driving record could ‘doom’ NYC Comptroller Lander’s likely mayoral bid
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Dismal driving record could ‘doom’ NYC Comptroller Lander’s likely mayoral bid

ByNews Polite

Brad Lander wants to be mayor of New York City, but he’s still a blatant traffic scofflaw — despite pledging during his successful run for comptroller to improve his dismal driving record. The Democratic socialist — who multiple sources expect to soon announce he’s challenging Mayor Adams in next year’s…

NYC mayoral race unofficially kicks off with first round of fundraising
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NYC mayoral race unofficially kicks off with first round of fundraising

ByNews Polite

And they’re off! The unofficial start to the 2025 mayoral election is kicking off on Monday with candidates in the already crowded field set to release fundraising figures. The filings will give the public and pundits a snapshot of the traction being gained by the challengers looking to unseat Mayor…