Mayor Eric Adams faced backlash from Democratic primary challengers after it was revealed that he instructed city officials not to criticize Donald Trump and to refrain from interfering with federal immigration enforcement. Comptroller Brad Lander claimed this was an attempt for Adams to 'aid and abet his efforts' to secure a pardon from Trump regarding his federal corruption charges. Critics, including Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani, demanded an investigation into potential deals with the Trump administration, suggesting Adams may prioritize personal legal concerns over the city's integrity and well-being.
Adams instructed city officials to refrain from criticizing Trump, risking federal funding access, as critics alleged he’s aligning with Trump for personal legal gain.
Comptroller Lander accused Adams of using city employees to support his efforts for a presidential pardon from Trump, undermining city interests.
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