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Eric Adams Takes Swings at Media and Mayoral Rivals — But Not at Trump

Mayor Adams’ evasive stance on Trump and immigration issues, amidst his own legal woes, raises doubts about his commitment to Democratic principles and genuine leadership.

Chinese EB-5 Visa Investor Says a NYC Hotel Developer and Adams Donor Bilked Her Out of $530,000

Jean Xie’s investment in Mayflower’s EB-5 program promised a green card and refund but led to disappointment, revealing questionable ties between the hotel and Mayor Adams. Where’s the money?

Adams Real Estate Chief Jesse Hamilton at Crux of Big Deals Boosting Struggling Commercial Landlords

The Manhattan DA’s phone confiscations hint at a web of questionable real estate dealings involving city officials and campaign donations amid ongoing investigations into Mayor Adams’ administration.

Mayor Says Mass Exodus Is Normal Behavior

Amidst resignations and federal investigations, Mayor Adams insists the departures aren’t linked to corruption, despite a troubling pattern among his administration’s higher-ups.

Winnie Greco, Longtime Aide to Mayor Adams, Resigns in Latest Exit from a City Hall Under Federal Probes

Winnie Greco, a key aide to New York City Mayor Eric Adams, resigned following the federal raids of her homes related to illegal campaign donations. Her departure coincided with the firings of Rana Abbasova, a crucial witness in the federal case against Adams, and Mohamed Bahi, another community liaison.

Security Guards Sue Former Adams Advisor Tim Pearson for Shelter Attack

Tim Pearson, former aide to Mayor Adams, faces a lawsuit for violently attacking shelter guards, revealing a toxic culture of misconduct and corruption within the administration.

Philip Banks III, Adams Public Safety Deputy and Longtime Confidant, Resigns Under Mounting Pressure

Gov. Hochul pressures Mayor Adams to remove close advisors under investigation. Deputy Mayor Philip Banks resigns following federal scrutiny amid corruption allegations linked to Adams’ administration.

Timothy Pearson, Combative Eric Adams Aide, Resigns

Tim Pearson, a key advisor to New York City Mayor Eric Adams, resigned amid corruption investigations, drawing scrutiny over his conduct and connections to alleged misconduct involving city contracts.

The $10 Million Eric Adams Is Charged With Stealing Speaks to a Vaster Plot

The indictment of Mayor Eric Adams raises significant skepticism regarding the integrity of his campaign financing. While highlighting a $10 million figure, investigations reveal only about $26,000 in illegal foreign donations, prompting claims of systemic abuse of New York City’s public matching funds. Adams’ knowledge and involvement in these schemes remain questionable.

‘We Are Not Eric Adams’ Say City Workers After Mayor Indicted

City workers are expressing deep concern over Mayor Eric Adams’ recent federal indictment, fearing it could further diminish public trust in government. Despite the chaos, they remain committed to their roles and focused on serving New Yorkers, highlighting a collective resolve amidst challenges. Many feel the need for stability and accountability in leadership.