Eric Adams, the mayor of New York, has been indicted on federal criminal offences, according to U.S. media outlets. This development occurred on Wednesday amid numerous enquiries regarding purported malfeasance within his administration and the resignations of top officials.
Nearly three years ago, Adams was elected to lead the most populous city in the US, pledging to reduce crime rates. However, he and several high-ranking officials in his administration are now under increasing scrutiny due to multiple federal corruption investigations.
The former Democratic police officer is presently the subject of at least four federal investigations, three of which are being conducted by the US District Court in Manhattan.
Adam stated, in a video on Wednesday, that if any charges were to be filed, they would be completely unfounded and based on falsehoods, asserting, “I always knew that if I stood my ground for New Yorkers that I would be a target — and a target I became.
“I am innocent, and I will fight these injustices with every ounce of my strength and spirit.”
Federal prosecutors are anticipated to unveil the indictment on Thursday when Adams will appear in court for the first time, CBS News reported.
The indictment is expected to be disclosed by federal prosecutors on Thursday when Adams appears in court for the first time.
The charges, which were announced less than a year after federal agents confiscated Adams’ electronic devices and conducted a search of the residence of Brianna Suggs, his principal fundraiser, are accompanied by grave allegations.
It has been disclosed that the US attorney’s office in Manhattan is currently investigating the possibility that Adams’ 2021 mayoral campaign team has collaborated with the Turkish government to funnel illicit donations into the campaign.
Adams, an ex-captain of the NYPD, assumed office in January 2022, positioning himself as the fresh representative of the Democratic Party. He pledged a stringent stance on crime and dedicated efforts to rejuvenate the city following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Frances Ibiefo
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