New York state officials are struggling to figure out how they can legally remove a sitting mayor — as details from the bombshell unfold. Federal indictment of Eric Adams Emergence, the Post has learned.
The plan to create a blueprint for ousting a mayor — a power rarely used by New York's governor — comes amid fears that Adams would defy rapidly growing calls for his resignation.
If Adams digs in his heels, he could put Governor Kathy Hochul into uncharted territory as the mayor of the nation's largest city fights the criminal charges accusing her. taking bribes from foreign nationals And defrauded taxpayers of $10 million.
A spokesman for Hochul did not deny that state officials were reviewing the obscure legal code that outlines how to remove a mayor from office, but he downplayed its significance.
“Of course, the attorney's office will be prepared to present the Governor on any potential legal scenarios related to this matter,” the spokesperson said. “But as the Governor has made clear, she is reviewing the details made public this morning and it would be inappropriate to comment further at this time.”
According to the City Charter, the Mayor of New York City may be removed from office “upon charges” by the Governor, and provided he is given an opportunity to present a defence.
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Hochul, during a Thursday morning appearance, promised to address the allegations against Adams later in the day.
When asked how her experience influenced her decision-making during former Governor Andrew Cuomo's resignation, she said it was important to maintain the trust of truly concerned New Yorkers.
“I know that, and as the leader of this great state, anything I can do to reassure them that they're in good hands, we'll make sure we deal with this,” she said. “It's shocking.”
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Sources also said other state officials are preparing to do business with a potential new mayor of New York City.
In recent days, some state officials are already telling employees to prepare to work with the new administration, another source said.
Public Prosecutor Jumaane WilliamsIf Adams is removed or resigns, a left-wing Democrat will take over as mayor.
Adams vowed to remain mayor during a rally in front of Gracie Mansion and said that despite the unprecedented situation of fighting criminal charges as the sitting mayor of New York City, his “day-to-day” would not change.
He described the prosecution as the product of an overzealous Justice Department.
He said, “I think you should ask the federal investigators and prosecutors who directed the actions that we are seeing now.”
Hizzoner's rally began with protesters chanting “Resign!” Ended with the slogan.
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