FBI Investigates NYC Mayor Eric Adams Over Turkish Airlines Upgrades

The probe explores potential campaign influence and foreign funds, amid broader corruption investigations.

The FBI is investigating NYC Mayor Eric Adams for allegedly receiving complimentary upgrades from Turkish Airlines, focusing on campaign fundraising and potential foreign influence.
The probe is part of a broader corruption investigation, including searches of homes linked to Turkish Airlines executives and aides to Adams.
Evidence suggests a conspiracy to inject foreign funds into Adams' campaign and influence the approval of a new Turkish consulate in Manhattan.
Adams' lawyer asserts no wrongdoing, emphasizing consistent disclosure of official travel and anticipation of a fair probe conclusion.
The mayor's relationship with Turkish Airlines dates back to at least 2015, with funded trips and public endorsements of its services.