Mayor Eric Adams downplayed a new poll that shows a vast majority of New Yorkers want him to resign.

“Let the process play out. Let New Yorkers see our response to this whole matter. And you know, it's a natural reaction for people to feel that way without getting the full depth of what is taking place here," he said.

What You Need To Know

  • Mayor Eric Adams downplayed a new poll that showed a majority of New Yorkers want the mayor to resign

  • Adams was with religious leaders on Friday morning as he continues to shore up support and lean on his faith amid his indictment

  • The mayor didn't answer any questions about other potential departures but said those who remain in his administration are focused on delivering for New Yorkers

It has been just over a week since Adams became the first sitting mayor in modern city history to be indicted.

Adams is facing five criminal charges, including conspiracy, wire fraud, bribery and soliciting illegal foreign donations. According to prosecutors, the mayor accepted gifts, flights and hotel rooms from Turkish officials in exchange for favors. 

“I think New Yorkers, as in anytime you get one side of an issue, you have a tendency to look at that side of the issue. Now’s an opportunity as this plays out that they will see both sides of the issue,” Adams said Friday as he walked into Antioch Baptist Church in Brooklyn. 

“New Yorkers are going to continue to see a mayor that was elected to move the city forward, and that’s exactly what I'm going to do," he continued. 

Adams spent part of his day on Friday attending religious services as he continued to meet with his supporters. 

The mayor has been leaning on his faith amid his embattled administration. 

Friday also brought renewed rumors that others may be leaving City Hall. Adams didn’t acknowledge any potential resignations.

“It's about those who want to go on with their careers and do other things and those who remain and those who are coming in. That’s the combination you want, and that's the combination we're showing. We need stability and safety," he said to the rumors.

In the last five days, two top officials have announced their exits amid multiple federal probes swirling around City Hall.  

Tim Pearson, senior adviser for public safety, announced he was leaving Monday night. Then Wednesday night. Schools Chancellor David Banks announced his accelerated departure this month.

Amid the controversies, Adams says he’s confident in his remaining team. 

“What’s important to me is that those that are here, like my four deputy mayors. That they’re able to carry out their portfolio, and that's what they're doing. They’ve done an amazing job thus far and in my conversations with them. Let's keep doing what we're doing," he said.