Mayor Adams is $3M in the hole for criminal defense as donations dry up
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Mayor Eric Adams is grappling with over $3 million in unpaid legal expenses from a dismissed federal bribery case. His attorney Alex Spiro has charged him nearly $2.3 million, with further costs anticipated. Notably, the defense fund has received no donations this year, exacerbating his financial woes. A federal judge recently dismissed the corruption charges amid political turmoil, prompting Adams to shift focus towards the general election as an independent candidate, despite narrow prospects for success. His campaign spokesperson aims to mitigate the situation without disrupting his mayoral duties.
The mayor is exploring all appropriate avenues to address the debt without compromising his duties to the city. With the recent dismissal of charges, he is now focused on restoring public trust and ensuring that all obligations, including legal expenses, are met.
Adams has millions of dollars in unpaid legal bills. His attorney Alex Spiro has billed him nearly $2.3 million, with additional charges pending, creating substantial financial pressures.
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