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Crypto Cash for Campaigns: Mayor's Vegas Venture

May 30, 2025

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 c

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Mayor Adams Strengthens Ties with Israel Amidst Gaza Conflict

May 20, 2025

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 t

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Mayor Adams: A Political Storm in New York

February 20, 2025

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 cha

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NYC Mayor Adams Seen with Potential Witness at Charity Event

November 14, 2024

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 Adam

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Weapons Scanner Company Evolv Admits to Employee Misconduct

October 25, 2024

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

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Mayor Adams: Campaign On, Even Without Funds

October 23, 2024

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 age

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

October 18, 2024

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 per

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WNBA Champs in Sight: Liberty Eyes Ticker-Tape Parade

October 18, 2024

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-

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

October 12, 2024

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 ongoin

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

September 29, 2024

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. Sharp