Mayor Eric Adams Defends Himself, Cites Historical Targeting of Black Leaders
May 25, 2025
May 25, 2025
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams spoke out today on WBLS 107.5 FM's "Caribbean Fever," addressing a recent federal investigation and drawing parallels to historical figures like Malcolm X, Dr. King, and Medgar Evers who faced targeting. Mayor Eric Adams recalled facing 35 years in prison for a seemingly minor inquiry, with the Justice Department ultimately intervening. He referenced the dropped charges against former Lieutenant Governor Brian Benjamin as anothe . . .