New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted on federal criminal charges

By Vonoi Digital

The news broke last night after months of speculation about whether a series of federal investigations surrounding his administration would directly implicate him. While the indictment is still sealed the New York Times reported last year that the FBI was investigating whether Adams was conspiring with the Turkish government to funnel illegal foreign donations to his campaign committee in exchange for favors for his administration.

In the past year, Adams has insisted he did nothing wrong, Brigid Bergin of NPR network station WNYC says. The mayor released a video last night saying the charges will be entirely false and based on lies. The only person who could remove him from office right now is New York Gov. Kathy Hochul. Her spokesperson issued a statement saying she is aware of the news and monitoring the situation, adding that it’s premature to comment until the matter is confirmed by law enforcement. The indictment can be unsealed as early as this morning.