New York's Leadership Crisis: Dwindling Confidence in Adams and Hochul Revealed in Polls

New York - A recent Marist College poll has brought to light the dwindling approval ratings of New York City Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul, revealing significant dissatisfaction among New Yorkers. The poll surveyed 1,556 registered voters and delved into the reasons behind the leaders' declining popularity.

Mayor Adams has experienced a steep decline in approval, now at 37 percent, a drastic drop from the 61 percent favorability in a March 2022 Marist survey. This plummet is attributed to several factors, including his handling of the migrant crisis, where Adams notably stated, "This migrant crisis will destroy New York." Additionally, his involvement in a federal investigation has further impacted his standing. The FBI is investigating Adams' interactions with Turkey during his 2021 campaign, probing whether any collusion with foreign interests may have influenced campaign activities or decisions.

Gov. Kathy Hochul - NYC Mayor Eric Adams File Photo

Governor Hochul's approval ratings are also suffering, with only 43 percent of voters approving of her performance. The decline is partly due to perceived ineffectiveness in changing Albany's workings, with 56 percent of respondents in the Marist poll indicating that she is not positively impacting the state's political landscape.

Compounding Adams' challenges is his strained relationship with President Biden. Once political allies, the two have not communicated in nearly a year. The root of this strain lies in Adams' criticism of Biden's handling of the migrant crisis, which has further isolated him from critical Democratic support. This strained relationship and the ongoing FBI investigation pose significant hurdles for Adams' political future, potentially impacting his ability to govern effectively and collaborate with federal authorities.

Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand also face fluctuating approval ratings, with Schumer receiving a 48 percent positive approval and Gillibrand at 40 percent. President Joe Biden's approval rating among New Yorkers is 44 percent, with 53 percent disapproving of his performance.

Adams, who denied wrongdoing, has set up The Eric Adams Legal Defense Trust in response to the FBI's investigation. This development clearly indicates the serious legal challenges he faces and his efforts to navigate them while maintaining his political position.

The poll results, with a margin of error of 3.2 points for statewide figures and 5.3 points for New York City, underline the growing challenges and public discontent facing Neew York's political leaders. As Adams and Hochul confront these issues, their ability to regain public trust and effectively address the state's pressing problems remains to be seen.