Overview

• Mayor Eric Adams claims everyday New Yorkers are more concerned with city issues like safety and housing than federal probes into his administration.
• Several top officials in Adams' administration, including Deputy Mayor Phil Banks and former NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban, are under federal investigation, though no charges have been filed.
• Chief Counsel Lisa Zornberg resigned after Adams declined her advice to fire aides embroiled in the probes, heightening scrutiny on the mayor's leadership.
• City lawmakers and officials are calling for Adams' resignation, citing ongoing corruption investigations and mismanagement.
• Adams maintains he will fulfill his term, stating that he was elected by the people and will continue to cooperate with federal authorities.