Federal Prosecutors Subpoena NYC Asylum Director

Federal authorities have subpoenaed Molly Schaeffer, Director of the New York City Office of Asylum Seeker Operations, as part of ongoing corruption probes into Mayor Eric Adams' administration. The subpoena was served at Schaeffer's home, but details on what information is being sought remain unclear. This comes after federal seizures of phones from several top aides to Adams, including those of his schools chancellor, two deputy mayors, and the police commissioner. The investigations are reportedly examining unregistered lobbying, kickbacks on city contracts, and potential misuse of familial connections for financial gain. Schaeffer has not been accused of any wrongdoing, and City Hall expects full compliance with the inquiry.