Hochul plans oversight measures for Mayor Adams amid corruption case

New York Governor Kathy Hochul is set to announce plans to impose legal sanctions on Mayor Eric Adams amidst ongoing corruption allegations against him. Instead of pursuing his removal from office, Hochul will propose legislation aimed at limiting Adams' executive powers and enhancing oversight by establishing a deputy inspector general for the city. This decision follows a series of consultations with political figures, including Rev. Al Sharpton, and comes as Adams awaits a judge's ruling on whether to dismiss federal corruption charges against him, which could be revived later. The proposed reforms aim to strengthen accountability within city government and involve both state and local legislative processes. While Hochul has not ruled out the possibility of removing Adams, she appears to be seeking a more measured approach for now. The governor's announcement is anticipated during a press conference scheduled for later today.