BREAKING: Trump advisors discuss giving Silwa, Adams admin jobs to clear path for Cuomo win: report

According to the New York Times, the talks have also included the idea of giving Republican mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa a spot in the administration. The move would be aimed at boosting former governor Andrew Cuomo’s chances against Mamdani by clearing the field.

The Times reported that discussions within Trump’s circle about such a plan go back weeks. While it remains uncertain whether the plan will move forward, the issue has gained urgency as the New York City mayoral race heads into its final stretch before the November election.

Trump intermediaries have been in touch with Adams’ team about the possibility of him dropping out of the race. One source said that talks were going “in several different directions.” Trump associates have also spoken about whether Sliwa would be interested in a federal position, despite his long history of saying he has no interest in working in DC.

Some of New York’s largest real estate executives have expressed concern over a potential Mamdani victory, fearing he would bring in anti-business policies in the city. However, many Republicans in DC are warm on a Mamdani victory, believing it could help paint the Democratic Party poorly leading up to the midterm elections.

Meanwhile, Trump, who owns property in New York and identifies closely with the city, does not share this sentiment and does not want to see Mamdani become the mayor.

“Despite switching his residence to Florida in 2019, he owns property in New York and is empathetic to some wealthy New Yorkers’ concerns. He also still considers New York home, and has marveled at how he fared better in the 2024 election in the city than he did in either of his previous races,” the New York Times reported.