Overview

• New York City Mayor Eric Adams' electronic devices, including two iPhones and an iPad, were seized by the FBI as part of an ongoing investigation into his campaign fundraising.
• The investigation is centered on whether Adams' 2021 mayoral campaign conspired with the Turkish government to receive illegal foreign donations.
• Adams' top campaign fundraiser, Brianna Suggs, had her home raided by the FBI earlier this month, with agents seizing two laptops, three iPhones, and a folder labeled 'Eric Adams'.
• Text messages from September 2021 suggest that Adams may have helped fast-track the opening of Turkey’s new diplomatic headquarters in New York City.
• Adams denies any wrongdoing and is cooperating with the investigation, stating that he expects all members of his staff to follow the law and fully cooperate with any investigation.