Federal prosecutors expected to unseal charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams

Federal prosecutors expected to unseal charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams

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9th - 12th Grade

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Federal prosecutors are set to unseal a corruption indictment against NYC Mayor Eric Adams, focusing on alleged illegal campaign contributions from the Turkish government. Adams denies the charges, claiming they are false and politically motivated. Despite calls for his resignation, he plans to run for re-election in 2025. The decision on whether Governor Kathy Hochul will remove him from office remains uncertain.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the focus of the investigation against Mayor Eric Adams?

Misuse of city funds

Illegal campaign contributions from the Turkish government

His personal financial dealings

Unlawful surveillance activities

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Mayor Eric Adams respond to the charges?

He admitted to the charges

He fled the country

He resigned from his position

He denied the charges and called them false

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Mayor Eric Adams plan to do in 2025?

Retire from politics

Seek re-election

Start a new business

Move to another city

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What power does New York Governor Kathy Hochul have regarding Mayor Adams?

She can appoint a new mayor

She can remove him from office

She can change the election date

She can alter the charges against him

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Governor Hochul's current stance on the case against Mayor Adams?

She is waiting for more information before commenting

She has publicly supported Adams

She has criticized the investigation

She has already removed him from office