New York City Mayor Eric Adams has hinted at the possibility of switching to the Republican Party, stating he wouldn’t rule out a future change in political allegiance during two interviews on Friday. This comes as he has shown increasing support for President-elect Donald Trump.
Adams, the top Democrat in one of the nation’s most liberal cities, has faced backlash from critics concerned about his growing alignment with Trump and his strict immigration policies. Previously a registered Republican in the 1990s and early 2000s, Adams has spent his political career within the Democratic Party, but his recent comments suggest a shift in his stance.
In an interview with NY1, Adams was asked about the prospect of rejoining the GOP and left the door open, stating, “The party that's the most important for me is the American party... I love this country. This is the home of the free, the land of the brave.”
Later, during a PIX11 interview, he confirmed his intent to run for reelection as a Democrat but maintained some flexibility regarding his future political identity. “No matter what party I'm on or vote on, I'm going to push for the American values,” he said, urging leaders to prioritize solutions over political squabbling.