Mayor Eric Adams put his chips on the table for Bally’s.
The City Council voted to advance legislation Wednesday that would allow gaming operator Bally’s to convert part of President Trump’s former Bronx golf course into a casino — after the mayor intervened to help secure its passage.
The proposal — referred to as a home rule message — requires 34 votes from the council for passage without the mayor’s backing. But only 26 votes are needed — a simple majority, if the mayor declares his support.
At the 11th hour on Wednesday, Adams issued a formal message of support to the council, and the measure passed 32-12, with seven abstaining.
