NEW YORK (1010 WINS/WCBS 880) – Mayor Eric Adams’ public approval rate has dropped to its lowest yet as he nears the end of his second year in office, according to a recent Quinnipiac University poll.
The survey, which had 1,297 registered voters in the city, revealed that only 28% approve of Adams' job performance, with 58% disapproving.
This marks the lowest job approval rating for a New York City mayor since Quinnipiac University began its polling in 1996.
Only 33% of voters approve of his handling of public safety, while 60% disapprove.
In terms of addressing the migrant crisis, only 26% approve of his efforts, with a disapproval rating of 66%. The city budget management is viewed negatively by 66% of voters, with only 22% showing approval.
His approach to homelessness is approved by just 22%, while 72% disapprove.
Several issues facing Adams’ administration were asked in the survey including the handling of the migrant crisis, budget cuts, and an ongoing FBI investigation into his 2021 mayoral campaign.
The FBI investigation into whether foreign money was funneled into his mayoral campaign has led to 22% of voters believing Adams did something illegal, while 30% think he acted unethically but not illegally.
Furthermore, a recent civil lawsuit accusing Mayor Adams of sexual assault in 1993 has garnered mixed reactions from the public, with 32% doubting his denial of the accusations.
Adams traveled to Washington, D.C. on Thursday to try and secure additional federal assistance to manage the ongoing migrant crisis affecting the city.
This visit marks Adams' first return since his abrupt departure last month, following an FBI raid on his top fundraiser's residence as part of an investigation into his 2021 mayoral campaign.
Adams is scheduled to hold discussions with key Democratic congressional leaders and officials from the Biden administration.