ERIC ADAMS (FILE)
NEW YORK: Mayor of New York Eric Adams has been acquitted of the corruption case on which he thanked the Department of Justice for its transparency, calling it a chance for the city to move forward.
“Now we can put this cruel episode behind us and focus entirely on the future of our city,” Adams said in an address to New Yorkers. “It’s time to move forward.”
The mayor described the case as a “months-long saga” that had placed unnecessary strain on him, his family, and the city. “As you may have heard, the Department of Justice has directed that the case against me be dismissed, finally bringing this ordeal to an end,” he said.
Adams firmly reiterated his innocence, stating, “I never broke the law, and I never would. I would never put personal gain above my solemn responsibility as your mayor.”
Addressing public speculation, he emphasized that no witnesses had come forward with claims against him and that prosecutors’ warnings of new charges and evidence had never materialized. “This case is now closed,” he said.
While acknowledging that some New Yorkers may still question his character, Adams pledged to rebuild trust. “I’ve learned a lot over the past year, and this experience has been humbling. But throughout this process, I never lost sight of what truly matters—your future and the future of this city,” he said.
Highlighting his administration’s achievements, Adams pointed to record declines in crime, historic job growth, and the largest expansion of affordable housing in the city’s history. He also cited efforts to support migrants, reduce childcare costs, and strengthen mental health services.
“Behind all the sensational headlines, my administration has delivered for the working people of New York, just as I promised we would,” he said. “People may push false narratives, but the numbers don’t lie.”
The mayor vowed to continue focusing on the city’s progress. “Restoring faith in my leadership starts with results, and that’s exactly what we will keep delivering,” he said.
Reflecting on his background, Adams framed his leadership as deeply rooted in the struggles of working-class New Yorkers. “If you want to know who I am, look at where I come from. My story isn’t in the headlines—it’s in my history,” he said.
“I grew up in a city where justice often felt out of reach, and that’s why I fight for you. Because I am you. And that’s why you can trust me to keep moving this city forward.”
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