Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams has faced backlash on social media after advising residents to 'Netflix and chill' ahead of a major snowstorm. The comment, made on X, was widely criticised as inappropriate and out of touch.
Adams, who left office on 1 January after dropping out of the 2025 mayoral race, warned New Yorkers to prepare for the storm. He wrote: 'A serious snowstorm is headed our way. Get prepared now. Check on your elderly neighbours. Stock up. Charge up. And plan to Netflix and chill for a few days.' He added: 'On the bright side, more snow means more future New Yorkers.'
The post drew sharp responses. One user replied: 'Sorry man can't be home reproducing because i still have to go to work bc the cost of living is egregious thanks tho.' Another wrote: 'Why do you keep on with this? No one is having kids in this economy.' Several reminded Adams he is no longer mayor, with one saying: 'Dude, stop playing like you’re still mayor. Stop humiliating yourself.'
Some found humour in the remark, with one commenter noting: 'From snowstorm warning to baby boom forecast in one tweet. Elite transition.' Adams' post came hours before his successor, Zohran Mamdani, declared a state of emergency. Non-essential vehicles were banned from city streets from 9pm Sunday to noon Monday, while schools were closed and warming centres opened.
