The expenditures in question, made between 2012 and 2024, fall into two broad categories - a series of specific purchases totaling $94,824.33, either with no listed purpose or explanation as required by law or vague justifications for the expenditure.
The Campaign Finance Board on Wednesday voted to deny Mayor Eric Adams public matching funds for his reelection bid, citing failure to provide requested information and potential law violations.
"Speaker Adams’ campaign took a victory lap over the board's Friday decision, attributing her unlocking millions in matching funds to the energy and enthusiasm behind her candidacy."
The forum highlighted various pressing issues for District 8, with candidates advocating for environmental health, education funding, and addressing local homelessness.
Lin Gui'an, a former assistant commissioner of the NYPD, was fined $5,000 for illegally soliciting donations for Mayor Adams' campaign while in a substantial policy role.
"During the investigation of this matter, the Enforcement Division identified multiple accrued expenses, paid for by the Foundation, that the Committee and Low failed to timely disclose in violation of the Act."
