The Brian Lehrer Show The Latest on the Mayoral Race
Sep 8, 2025
Brigid Bergin, a senior political correspondent for WNYC and Gothamist, and Dana Rubinstein, a New York Times reporter covering NYC politics, dive into the potential fallout of Mayor Adams possibly exiting the mayoral race for a role in the Trump administration. They discuss the implications of a secret meeting raising eyebrows and the pressure on Adams amid heightened scrutiny. The conversation also touches on voter engagement dynamics and the nuanced shifts in the political landscape as candidates vie for support in a rapidly evolving election climate.
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Adams' Trump Contacts Changed The Narrative
- Eric Adams admitted he spoke with people in Trump's orbit but said no formal offer was made.
- The talks raised questions about whether Trump prefers Adams as a foil or wants him out of the mayoral race.
Florida Meeting Raised Real Possibility
- Dana Rubinstein reported Adams met with Steve Whitcoff in Florida to discuss potential jobs.
- The discussions appeared to stall publicly but were not definitively over.
Crowded Ballot Makes Consolidation Hard
- The crowded general-election field complicates efforts to consolidate anti-Mamdani voters.
- Polling gaps since summer make it unclear how votes would realign if candidates withdraw.