New York City Mayor Eric Adams is expressing frustration with reporters’ persistent questions about former President Donald Trump, as he faces pressure to address Trump’s political rhetoric and its impact on the city. At a press conference today, Adams responded sharply to inquiries regarding his stance on Trump, including whether he agrees with Vice President Kamala Harris’s recent statement labeling Trump a “fascist.” Adams refrained from endorsing Harris’s view, instead calling the repeated questions “insulting” and urging reporters to focus on the issues directly affecting New Yorkers.
Interim NYPD Commissioner Thomas Donlon is set to step down as early as Friday, just weeks after being appointed to temporarily lead the New York City Police Department. Donlon, a former FBI official, took over the role last month following the sudden resignation of Edward Caban, whose home was raided by the FBI as part of an ongoing federal investigation. Now, Donlon himself is stepping down, with his own background check reportedly hitting a roadblock due to materials seized in a search of his home.
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams may soon be facing additional federal charges, along with potential indictments for members of his inner circle, as a wide-ranging corruption investigation unfolds. Adams appeared in Manhattan federal court today for a hearing related to allegations that he accepted bribes and illegal campaign contributions during his run for mayor. Prosecutors informed the judge that they are likely to file an expanded version of the indictment, which could implicate Adams further and bring new charges against other individuals within his administration.
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In a historic and deeply consequential move, New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted on five criminal counts, including wire fraud and bribery. The indictment, unsealed earlier today, centers around alleged illicit contributions to his 2021 mayoral campaign from a Turkish government official who, according to federal prosecutors, sought to gain political influence over Adams. The unsealing marks the culmination of a prolonged federal investigation, bringing to light serious charges against the mayor of the nation’s largest city.
Scott Pringle reports more on a federal indictment. . .
New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez is firmly rejecting reports that he will resign from his position following his conviction on federal corruption charges. NBC News reported earlier that Menendez had informed close allies of his intention to step down. However, Menendez countered this narrative in an interview with CBS 2, stating that he has not communicated with any such allies and suggesting that efforts are being made to coerce him into making a resignation statement.
The controversy surrounding Menendez erupted after his conviction on multiple charges, including bribery, extortion, and. . .