The Democratic Party’s iron grip on America’s largest cities is showing dangerous cracks. Let’s be honest—we’re watching the Democratic machine turn on itself.
What was once a unified front of progressive policies and lockstep messaging has devolved into an unprecedented power struggle that threatens to reshape urban politics.
As the nation grapples with an ongoing border crisis, traditional party loyalties are being tested like never before. Career bureaucrats and longtime Democratic officials are finding themselves caught between ideology and the harsh realities of governing—leading to dramatic showdowns in the corridors of power. And nowhere is this more evident than in New York City.
In a stunning development that perfectly captures this growing divide, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced she will hold a crisis meeting Tuesday to consider removing New York City Mayor Eric Adams from office.
The unprecedented move comes after four of Adams’ deputy mayors resigned en masse this week, protesting his willingness to work with the Trump administration on immigration enforcement.
From ‘The Post Millennial’:
New York Governor Kathy Hochul is reportedly considering removing New York City Mayor Eric Adams from elected post. Her meeting with “key leaders” is set to take place on Tuesday and her intention is to discuss a “path forward” which may mean the removal of Hizzoner. Four of Adams’ deputy mayors announced their resignations on Monday due to Adams’ willingness to work with the Trump administration on mass deportations…
“I recognize the immense responsibility I hold as governor and the constitutional powers granted to this office,” Hochul said Monday. “In the 235 years of New York State history, these powers have never been utilized to remove a duly-elected mayor; overturning the will of the voters is a serious step that should not be taken lightly.”
Notice how quickly “democratic values” disappear when someone steps out of line with the party’s immigration agenda?
The mass exodus of Adams’ top staff included First Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer and three other deputy mayors who cited “extraordinary events” as their reason for departure.
Their resignations followed the controversial decision by Trump’s Department of Justice to drop corruption charges against Adams—a move that prompted seven federal prosecutors to quit in protest.
Political Persecution Exposed
Anyone paying attention can see the pattern here. Criticize Biden’s border disaster, face sudden “corruption” investigations.
Adams found himself under federal investigation just weeks after his January 2024 criticism of the previous administration’s border policies.
The corruption case, which many conservatives viewed as politically motivated, crumbled after Trump’s Justice Department reviewed the evidence in February 2025.
Crisis of Leadership
The situation has exposed how badly things are getting for Democrats. Progressive icon Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has joined calls for Adams’ removal, while moderate Democrats remain notably silent.
The mayor’s willingness to work with Trump administration officials on immigration enforcement—including a joint appearance with border czar Tom Homan—has particularly enraged the party’s left wing.
Democrats have become so corrupt they are willing to oust a man trying to help his city. Let that sink in.
The Real Message
Adams remains defiant, declaring at a recent Baptist church appearance, “I’m not going to step down, I’m going to step up.”
His stance represents a direct challenge to the Democratic establishment’s grip on urban policy, particularly regarding immigration and law enforcement.
We have to wonder what regular New Yorkers are thinking. They watch as their mayor is working to save the city from the migrant crisis. Meanwhile, their governor is trying to defy the will of the people to remove Adams from office. Hardly democratic of her!
Whose side are they going to take?
Key Takeaways:
- Democratic leadership is actively undermining local democracy to enforce party orthodoxy on immigration.
- The timing of federal investigations against Adams reveals clear political weaponization of justice.
- Mass resignations expose how progressive ideology trumps effective governance in Democratic circles.
Sources: The Post Millennial, BBC News, NPR
