Overview

• Mayor Eric Adams is facing a significant drop in approval ratings, with more than half of New York City residents disapproving of his performance, according to a recent Marist poll.
• The federal investigation into potential illegal campaign donations from Turkish nationals is intensifying scrutiny of Adams' campaign practices.
• Adams' approval ratings have also been affected by the city's migrant crisis and the resulting budget cuts, including to the New York Police Department.
• Despite the ongoing investigation and declining approval ratings, Adams has not been accused of wrongdoing and maintains his innocence.
• Governor Kathy Hochul is also facing declining approval ratings, with more than half of New Yorkers believing she is not improving the way things work in Albany.