Eric Adams expected to be arraigned on federal bribery charges

NEW YORK (PIX11) – New York City Mayor Eric Adams is expected in court on Friday to face charges accusing him of accepting lavish gifts and trips from Turkish officials looking to buy his influence.

The 57-page indictment from federal prosecutors claimed that Adams was given free business-class tickets to France, Turkey and China, upgraded hotel suites and millions in foreign campaign contributions. Foreign donors are illegal in the U.S. so politicians aren't influenced by overseas agendas.