Federal Subpoenas Issued to NYC Mayor Adams

Federal investigators have issued subpoenas to New York City Mayor Eric Adams, his election committee, and City Hall as part of an investigation into alleged foreign donations from the Turkish government to his 2021 campaign. The subpoenas, served in July, seek communications related to Adams's travel and fundraising activities, while the investigation is examining claims that he expedited the approval of the Turkish consulate's permits in Manhattan amidst safety concerns. Adams's legal team maintains his innocence, asserting that their findings contradict the accusations. The investigation has escalated, with recent actions including the seizure of Adams's cellphones by FBI agents. Meanwhile, the inquiry has also focused on donations from Turkish nationals and the mayor's travel to Turkey. Adams has not been publicly accused of wrongdoing, but the investigation continues to unfold.