Eric Adams is the first sitting mayor of New York City to be charged with a federal crime. It is unclear what specific charges will be brought against him.
Eric Adams, former police commissioner and current 110th mayor of New York City, has been charged as part of a corruption investigation.
That indictment, which was sealed Wednesday night, may involve illegal foreign donations tied to the Turkish government. Details are expected to be released soon.
If the charges are made public, Adams would be the first New York mayor to face federal charges while in office.
The UN General Assembly is coming up
The charges could have a significant impact on New York City’s political landscape as Adams heads into a competitive mayoral election, which also comes in a week when the city hosts heads of state — including Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan — at the UN General Assembly.
Adams stated that he had done nothing wrong and that he would vigorously defend himself against the charges. His words reflect a combative attitude, while he sees himself as a target of attacks.
Source: Krone
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