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Governor Kathy Hochul has reportedly engaged in discussions with leaders throughout the state regarding the potential for removing Adams from office. The mood among state officials appears to reflect a growing sentiment that Adams' dimming popularity is merely a symptom of the broader damage his association with Trump could inflict on the Democratic Party. Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins has also called for Adams to resign, indicating that the call for accountability is gaining traction among influential leaders in the state.