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Mayor Adams Bids Farewell as Historic Successor Takes Office

1/1/2026

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On his last day in office, New York City Mayor Eric Adams shared a farewell tribute on social media, reading humorous quotes from a coffee mug gifted by his staff.
Adams expressed gratitude for his team and reflected on his tenure, which began on January 1, 2022.
He will be succeeded by mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, the first Muslim mayor of the city and a 34-year-old socialist.
Mamdani's swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for midnight in a decommissioned subway station, followed by a public event at City Hall.

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Story summary

On his last day in office, New York City Mayor Eric Adams shared a farewell tribute on social media, reading humorous quotes from a coffee mug gifted by his staff.
Adams expressed gratitude for his team and reflected on his tenure, which began on January 1, 2022.
He will be succeeded by mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, the first Muslim mayor of the city and a 34-year-old socialist.
Mamdani's swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for midnight in a decommissioned subway station, followed by a public event at City Hall.