The indictment of New York City Mayor Eric Adams was unsealed today in a sweeping federal corruption probe involving foreign government influence, including pressure from Turkey, reports Zartonk Media.
The document reveals that in April 2022, a Turkish official pressured Adams’ staffer to ensure Adams would not make any statement regarding Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day. The indictment confirms that the staffer complied, and Adams did not issue a statement.
Excerpt of the Federal Indictment: “On April 21, 2022, the Turkish Official messaged the Adams Staffer, noting that Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day was approaching, and repeatedly asked the Adams Staffer for assurances that ADAMS would not make any statement about the Armenian Genocide. The Adams Staffer confirmed that ADAMS would not make a statement about the Armenian Genocide. ADAMS did not make such a statement.”
The indictment makes Eric Adams the first sitting New York City Mayor to face criminal charges in office.
U.S. Attorney Damian Williams announced that NYC Mayor Eric Adams accepted over $100,000 in bribes to benefit Turkish interests, including manipulating safety inspections and disguising campaign contributions. A key instance involved Adams accepting luxurious travel accommodations from a Turkish airline, with his staff ensuring his name wasn’t linked to the expenses. The indictment also details how Adams pressured officials to approve the Turkish Consulate’s building despite safety concerns, emphasizing the lengths Adams allegedly went to secure Turkish support. This case adds further complications to his political future.
This detail highlights the extent of foreign influence in this ongoing federal investigation.
