"Who Becomes Acting NYC Mayor if Eric Adams Resigns?"

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**NYC Mayor Eric Adams Maintains He Won’t Resign Amid Federal Investigation**

Despite increasing investigations, New York City Mayor Eric Adams has made it clear that he has no plans to resign. On Wednesday night, sources revealed that federal prosecutors from the Southern District of New York are expected to bring charges against Adams as early as Thursday.

Adams has strongly defended his innocence, stating, "We're going to continue to fight on behalf of New Yorkers... I'm stepping up, not stepping down. I have a city to run, and I will continue to run it," during a press conference on September 24.

He reiterated his commitment to running for re-election next year, saying, "A year from now, I see myself raising my right hand again, being sworn in as mayor of New York City."

However, if circumstances were to change and Adams were to resign or be suspended by the governor, who would take over as acting mayor?

**Who Takes Over if the NYC Mayor Leaves Office?**

According to the New York City Charter, if the mayor is suspended, unable to perform their duties, resigns, or is absent from the city, the public advocate becomes the acting mayor in a temporary capacity. Should the public advocate be unable to serve, the city’s comptroller would then step in as acting mayor.

**Who Is New York City’s Public Advocate?**

Jumaane Williams is the current public advocate. He has held the role since a special election in 2019 and would assume the role of acting mayor if Eric Adams were to step aside or be suspended. Williams previously served as a city councilman and ran for governor of New York in 2022, losing to Kathy Hochul.

**Who Is New York City’s Comptroller?**

Brad Lander is the city’s current comptroller, a position he’s held since 2021. If both Adams and Williams were unable to serve, Lander would become acting mayor, per the city’s charter. Before his election as comptroller, Lander spent 12 years in the city council and has already announced plans to run for mayor in 2025.

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