The indictment of Mayor Eric Adams prompted calls for his resignation Wednesday eveningttslot, but there is no legal requirement that he leave office.

If he does resign before his term ends, the city’s public advocate, Jumaane Williams, would become acting mayor and a special election would be scheduled.

A special election would most likely draw a number of candidates, at least some of whom have already declared that they will run against Mr. Adams in next year’s Democratic primary. Former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo, who is seeking a political comeback, could also join the field.

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