MAYOR ADAMS

May 30 2025POLITICS

Crypto Cash for Campaigns: Mayor's Vegas Venture

The mayor of New York City, Eric Adams, made a splash in Las Vegas. He used a trip to a big crypto event to boost his campaign funds. This trip was paid for by taxpayers. Adams hosted a fancy lunch for a select group of crypto bigwigs. They were encouraged to give the maximum amount allowed to his campaign. The lunch took place at a popular Italian restaurant on...

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May 20 2025POLITICS

Mayor Adams Strengthens Ties with Israel Amidst Gaza Conflict

New York City's mayor, Eric Adams, took a significant step by signing a new business deal with Israel. This move is part of his broader strategy to counter calls for divestment from Israel, especially amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The agreement, signed during a conference in Manhattan, aims to boost economic ties between New York and Israel. A special council,...

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Feb 20 2025POLITICS

Mayor Adams: A Political Storm in New York

Imagine this: A mayor, a city, and a whirlwind of accusations. This is the story of Eric Adams, the mayor of New York City. It all started with a sudden end to a criminal case that had everyone talking. The Justice Department stepped in and told the Southern District of New York to drop the charges against Adams. Why? They said the timing was off, and there was ...

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Nov 14 2024POLITICS

NYC Mayor Adams Seen with Potential Witness at Charity Event

Last month, New York City Mayor Eric Adams made an unexpected appearance at a food giveaway event in Manhattan. The same event was attended by a Turkish businessman named Sezgin Baran Korkmaz, who is involved in a separate legal case. Korkmaz is suspected to be a potential witness against Mayor Adams in an upcoming corruption trial. The mayor's presence at the event ...

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Oct 25 2024BUSINESS

Weapons Scanner Company Evolv Admits to Employee Misconduct

Evolv Technology, the firm behind New York City's subway weapons scanners, revealed some staff got into trouble while making deals. The company says this happened between mid-2022 and mid-2023, affecting sales to one of their biggest partners. These employees didn't tell Evolv's finance folks about some extra stuff in the contracts, which made the company report abou...

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Oct 23 2024POLITICS

Mayor Adams: Campaign On, Even Without Funds

Mayor Adams is confident he'll run for reelection, even if he's not eligible for matching funds from the city's Campaign Finance Board. The board might deny him funds due to his indictment on bribery and fraud charges, which involve allegations of accepting illegal donations from Turkish foreign agents. Adams was indicted in late September and has pleaded not guilty....

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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

The MSG Boss and His Family's Big Bet on Mayor Adams

Billionaire James Dolan, who owns Madison Square Garden, and his family and business associates have donated over $60,000 to Mayor Eric Adams in recent months. This happened while MSG was lobbying City Hall about important business matters, like the renewal of a special permit for the arena. The permit allows MSG to operate above Penn Station, which is a crucial issu...

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Oct 18 2024SPORTS

WNBA Champs in Sight: Liberty Eyes Ticker-Tape Parade

The New York Liberty women's basketball team is on the verge of making history. If they win the WNBA finals, Mayor Adams has promised them a ticker-tape parade through the Canyon of Heroes. This would be a first for a women's sports team in New York City. The Liberty is leading the Minnesota Lynx 2-1, with a chance to clinch the championship in the upcoming games. N...

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Oct 12 2024POLITICS

NYC Mayor Adams: Guilty or Not, Can He Run the City?

New York City is in a tough spot. Mayor Adams is facing serious criminal charges, and people are divided on whether he should stay in office. Some say an acquittal means he can keep running the city, but others argue the damage is already done. The city has seen multiple resignations and four ongoing federal investigations. It's like a ship with a leaky hull—it might...

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Sep 29 2024POLITICS

What's at Stake for NYC as Mayor Adams Faces Corruption Charges?

As the federal corruption charges against Mayor Eric Adams gain momentum, a crucial conversation is underway among New York City's leaders. Civil rights leader Rev. Al Sharpton is organizing a summit for political leaders to discuss the charges and their implications for the city's governance. Sharpton's goal is to ensure that the city's leaders put aside their diffe...

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