NYC Mayor Adams Meets Trump Amidst Controversy

New York City Mayor Eric Adams met with President-elect Donald Trump in Florida to discuss "New Yorkers' priorities." The meeting, held at Mar-a-Lago, has sparked significant debate and speculation.

What we know:

• The meeting took place around 1 p.m. at Mar-a-Lago.
• Mayor Adams' office stated the meeting aimed to discuss New Yorkers' priorities and find ways to move the city and country forward.

What we don't know:

• The specific topics discussed remain unclear. Immigration, given Adams' past statements and meetings with Trump's incoming "Border Czar" Tom Homan, is a likely candidate. Adams has expressed support for increased deportations of immigrants accused of crimes.

Will Adams and Trump work together?

Adams has previously voiced his desire to collaborate with the federal government, regardless of political differences. Trump has also shown a degree of support for Adams, suggesting the indictment against the mayor might be politically motivated due to Adams' criticism of President Biden's immigration policies. Trump even stated he would consider pardoning Adams.

Criticism and Speculation:

Adams' meeting has drawn criticism, with some suggesting his overtures to Trump are motivated by a desire for a pardon on federal corruption charges.

<ul> <li>State Sen. Zellnor Myrie questioned the meeting's purpose on X, stating, "Pardon me? The Trump agenda is not going to help move our city or the country forward. This pilgrimage is clearly about something else."</li> <li>NYC Comptroller Brad Lander urged Adams to publicly declare he wouldn't seek a pardon from Trump, highlighting the importance of prioritizing New Yorkers' interests and the need for transparency regarding the meeting's funding.</li> </ul>

The meeting's outcome and its long-term implications for New York City remain to be seen.