Democrat Mayor Ready To Work With Trump

New York City Mayor Eric Adams (D) recently shared his thoughts on working with President Donald Trump during an exclusive interview with Tucker Carlson. The conversation, which aired on Tuesday, followed a meeting between the two men just days before Trump’s inauguration. According to Adams, the meeting went “very well,” and he emphasized that his goal is to work collaboratively with the president, not engage in political conflict.

Adams explained that during their discussion, they focused on ways to improve New York City, saying, “I’m not here to be warring with the president. I’m here to work with the president, and everyone should do that.” He added that other Democratic leaders, such as Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and New York Governor Kathy Hochul, have expressed similar sentiments about working with Trump, despite their political differences.

This message of cooperation comes amid increasing speculation about the relationship between Adams and Trump, particularly in light of the criminal charges Adams faces. The mayor has been accused of wire fraud, bribery, and accepting bribes from foreign business interests. He has denied the charges, pleading not guilty, and claims they are politically motivated—a point that he shares with Trump, who has also faced accusations of politically-motivated legal challenges.

In fact, Trump, who has been supportive of Adams, recently indicated that he would consider a pardon for the mayor, calling his treatment “unfair” and describing him as “honest.” While Adams has not directly commented on whether he would accept such a pardon, he has made it clear that it’s “not on my agenda.”

Adams’ willingness to work with Trump is notable, as it contrasts with the typical stance of many Democrats who have been more critical of the former president. The mayor believes there are areas where both sides can find common ground, stating, “I think there’s some great opportunities, and we need to find out those areas of agreement.” His focus on cooperation over confrontation could set a new tone for the future of city-state relations, and perhaps even signal a shift in how Democratic leaders engage with Trump’s policies moving forward.