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Eric Adams’ ‘awkward’ efforts to obstruct investigation into foreign bribery


New York City Mayor Eric Adams has faced federal investigations over the past year related to allegations of bribery and corruption. Despite his initial statements of cooperation with investigators, a federal indictment has revealed that Adams and his staff attempted to obstruct the investigation in various ways, such as deleting communication apps and withholding electronic devices from FBI agents. He is accused of accepting over $100,000 in gifts, including travel perks, in exchange for political favors. Adams pleaded not guilty to charges of bribery, wire fraud, and solicitation of a contribution by a foreign national. Political experts believe that Adams may not survive politically after these allegations. Several prominent Democrats have called for his resignation. Adams is also facing other federal probes and the resignations of top officials. The indictment details efforts by Adams to create a false paper trail to cover up his acceptance of travel perks, including instructing staff to delete messages and lie to investigators. This case marks the first time in 150 years that a sitting NYC mayor has been charged with a crime. Despite the charges, Adams has remained defiant, maintaining his innocence and vowing to fight the charges while remaining in office.

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