State and federal prosecutors are delving into several cases surrounding New York City Mayor Eric Adams, who had his phones seized by the FBI last week.
Although Adams himself hasn’t faced accusations, the investigations involve campaign donations and allegations of official misconduct, posing a significant distraction for the newly elected mayor.
Three notable cases are currently casting shadows on Adams’ administration. In July, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg secured an indictment against six individuals and a construction safety firm, accusing them of a straw donor scheme to funnel money into Adams’ 2021 campaign.
FBI agents recently raided the home of the mayor’s 25-year-old campaign fundraiser, probing potential collusion with the government of Turkey and illegal donations from Turkish citizens in a straw donor scheme.
Adams, who previously aligned himself with President Joe Biden, has refused to discuss the latest case but is expected to address it in a scheduled press briefing on Tuesday.
