Adams Raises $1.5M After Losing Primary to Mamdani

New York City Mayor Eric Adams' independent re-election campaign raised over $1.5 million after Zohran Mamdani's unexpected Democratic primary victory over former Governor Andrew Cuomo. Adams’ fundraising surge was fueled by business leaders and a nearly $1 million event hosted by SL Green CEO Marc Holliday. Despite the financial boost, Adams trails both Mamdani and Cuomo in polls and faces ongoing lawsuits and regulatory scrutiny. The Campaign Finance Board has withheld over $3 million in public matching funds from Adams due to unresolved documentation issues, while awarding $1 million to Mamdani. Business donors are increasingly concerned about Mamdani’s platform, but Adams’ approval ratings remain low. With the general election approaching, Adams is financially energized but continues to face political and legal hurdles.