Trump Adviser Proposes Eric Adams for Saudi Arabia Ambassador Role Amid Mayoral Race
A significant Trump advisor is advocating for President Trump to appoint Eric Adams as the next ambassador to Saudi Arabia. This proposal appears to be part of a broader strategy aimed at persuading the mayor to relinquish his independent campaign for re-election in New York City, sources have confirmed.
This potential nomination, initially reported by a major news outlet, coincides with Trump’s efforts to navigate the competitive landscape of the New York mayoral race, particularly to counter the ascendance of Democratic frontrunner and self-identified socialist, Zohran Mamdani.
Despite the discussions surrounding this nomination, the seriousness of the administration’s intentions remains uncertain.
According to previous reports, the plan is being promoted by Steve Witkoff, a prominent advisor to the president and special envoy to the Middle East. Adams had a private meeting with Witkoff in Florida earlier in the week.
It has recently come to light that top officials within the Trump administration are actively seeking a favorable position for Adams, with the ambassadorship being one of the options considered.
Insiders suggest such an appointment would enable Adams to exit the mayoral contest gracefully—a scenario that Trump has reportedly been advocating for.
Over the weekend, the president reached out to a prominent GOP fundraiser based in New York City, indicating a desire for Adams to withdraw from the race by the following week. This move could potentially enhance former Governor Andrew Cuomo’s chances of mounting a challenge against Mamdani in the upcoming November election.
Attempts to contact Adams’ campaign for comment went unanswered.
Details surrounding the appointment discussions remain vague, particularly regarding whether Adams would need to resign from his City Hall position immediately.
Even if Adams chose to pause his campaign, his name would still appear on the ballot in November unless he resigns and leaves New York City altogether.
In response to speculation about a potential role in the Trump administration, Adams has publicly stated that he has no interest in such a position and intends to complete his first term as mayor.
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