New York Mayor Eric Adams has been charged with accepting bribes and illegally financing his campaign through foreign contributions. The indictment, the first of its kind against a sitting New York City mayor, alleges Adams engaged in fraudulent activities, including soliciting luxury travel benefits and gaming the city’s donation matching funds program.
The charges come as Adams prepares for a potential re-election bid in 2025. Despite the gravity of these allegations, Adams has vehemently denied any wrongdoing, calling the accusations 'completely false and based on lies.' He has pledged to fight the charges 'with every ounce of my strength and spirit.' The investigation has already led to several high-profile resignations within his administration and has cast a shadow over his tenure.
The scandal has intensified calls for his resignation, even from within his own party. Adams, a former police officer, had positioned himself as a law-and-order candidate, but his administration has been plagued by controversies.
The case has brought City Hall into a state of crisis, overshadowing Adams' efforts to address issues like crime reduction and housing shortages. As the legal battle unfolds, New York City awaits further developments in this unprecedented case.
