Breaking: New York City Mayor Eric Adams Indicted on Federal Criminal Charges

New York City mayor Eric Adams was indicted on federal criminal charges on Wednesday evening, following a sprawling federal probe into allegations that Adams received illegal campaign contributions from foreign governments in 2021.

The indictment, first reported by the New York Times, makes Adams the first New York major to ever be hit with criminal charges while in office. The indictment is sealed and it is unclear what exactly Adams is being charged with, though the FBI and federal prosecutors are expected to address those questions on Thursday.

The news comes hours after progressive “Squad” member, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D., N.Y.), called on Adams to resign.

"The flood of resignations and vacancies are threatening government function," Ocasio-Cortez, who did not endorse Adams in his 2021 primary, said. "Nonstop investigations will make it impossible to recruit and retain a qualified administration."

"For the good of the city," she added, "he should resign."

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