The FBI executed search warrants on the homes of at least three top officials in New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ administration, sparking further scrutiny of his administration. The raids targeted First Deputy Mayor Sheena Wright, Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Philip Banks III, and Timothy Pearson, a former high-ranking NYPD official who now advises the mayor on public safety.
Federal agents seized electronic devices from the homes of Wright and Banks early Wednesday morning. The FBI’s New York City field office declined to comment on the raids, but the NYPD confirmed its cooperation with the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York regarding the ongoing investigation.
This isn’t the first time Adams’ administration has faced legal scrutiny. In November, federal agents seized the mayor’s phones and iPad while he was leaving an event in Manhattan, and they also raided the home of one of his top fundraisers. While Adams maintains his innocence, he acknowledged receiving a subpoena from federal prosecutors last month.
These recent developments highlight the growing legal challenges faced by Mayor Adams. This story continues to unfold, and updates will be provided as they become available.
