Phil Banks, who had resisted calls for his resignation amid federal probes, ultimately succumbed to weeks of pressure, resigning from his position as Deputy Mayor for Public Safety.
Deputy Mayor Phil Banks’ resignation marks a significant development in a politically charged environment, raising further concerns regarding the implications for Mayor Eric Adams amid ongoing federal scrutiny.
The focus of the federal investigation includes allegations that Banks may have directed city contracts to firms associated with his brother, amidst a backdrop of growing controversy.
Banks was seen as a powerful figure within Adams' administration, often acting independently and frustrating NYPD leaders, underlining the tensions and controversies that marked his tenure.
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