The New York City Council has initiated legal action against Mayor Eric Adams over an executive order permitting the Trump administration to set up an immigration office at Rikers Island. The council claims this order was part of a corrupt deal tied to Adams' personal legal troubles, asserting that it violates city laws aimed at protecting residents from aggressive immigration enforcement. The suit highlights concerns over the potential for mass deportations and conflicts of interest in the mayor's decision-making process, as Adams reportedly recused himself but was still involved in the direct orchestration of the order.
The lawsuit alleges a quid pro quo, claiming the executive order on immigration at Rikers was linked to the dismissal of corruption charges against Mayor Adams.
The order allows ICE to operate at Rikers, but the council argues this could enable mass deportation efforts that contradict city law.
Despite recusal, Mayor Adams is accused of orchestrating the order through Deputy Mayor Mastro, raising concerns of conflicts of interest in the decision-making process.
The Mayor's press secretary claims the council's lawsuit is misinformation, emphasizing the city's need to protect residents from violent crime.
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