New York City Mayor Eric Adams is facing an indictment following a federal corruption investigation, making him the first sitting mayor of the city to be criminally charged. The specific charges have not yet been revealed, but federal prosecutors are expected to provide details on Thursday. This development comes as several of Adams’ closest aides and advisers have also come under federal investigation. The investigation started when FBI agents raided the homes of high-ranking officials in Adams’ administration, including the New York Police Department commissioner. The Adams administration has not yet provided a comment on the situation.
The federal investigations into Adams’ administration began publicly in November 2023 with a raid on the home of his chief fundraiser. Adams has previously stated that he follows the law and expressed shock at the possibility of anyone in his campaign acting illegally. However, FBI agents later seized the mayor’s electronic devices, as well as those of other top officials in his administration, both inside and outside of City Hall.
Multiple separate inquiries are reportedly ongoing, involving senior Adams aides, fundraising for his campaign, and potential influence peddling within the police and fire departments. The specific details of these investigations have not been publicly disclosed by federal prosecutors. The news of Adams’ indictment has caused shock and concern within the political landscape of New York City.
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