NYC Deputy Mayors Resign, Hochul Weighs Removing Adams

New York City Mayor Eric Adams is facing significant upheaval as four of his deputy mayors resigned following the Justice Department's decision to drop corruption charges against him, a move perceived as a reward for cooperating with the Trump administration's immigration policies. The resignations have prompted New York Governor Kathy Hochul to consider using her constitutional powers to remove Adams from office, citing concerns about the city's governance and the integrity of his administration. Federal prosecutors, along with other DOJ officials, have resigned in protest over the decision to dismiss charges, raising further questions about the influence of political deals in legal processes. The situation has led to a crisis of confidence in Mayor Adams' ability to govern effectively, with Hochul convening a meeting to discuss the future of his administration. Adams, facing re-election, maintains that the cooperation with federal immigration policies is in the city's best interest, despite backlash from civic leaders. The unfolding events underscore the tension between state and city officials, as well as the ongoing impact of federal immigration policy on local governance.