Eric Adams' trip to Ghana, framed as a spiritual journey, is now under scrutiny as prosecutors allege it was linked to a bribery scheme involving luxury travel perks.
Federal prosecutors contend that the Turkish government provided over $100,000 in travel perks and illegal campaign contributions in return for political favors involving the Fire Department.
The indictment makes Eric Adams the first New York City mayor ever to face federal criminal charges, prompting a not guilty plea in Manhattan's Federal District Court.
While Adams' spokesperson claimed he personally funded his Ghana trip, the indictment accuses Turkish Airlines of giving him $12,000 in free business-class upgrades shortly after political favors were discussed.
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