NYC Mayor Adams' Top Aide Resigns Amidst Grand Jury Investigation

Ingrid Lewis-Martin, Mayor Eric Adams' longtime senior advisor, abruptly resigned on Sunday. This follows federal subpoenas served to her in September, after a trip to Japan, and a home search connected to ongoing investigations into the mayor himself.

A Manhattan grand jury is reportedly hearing evidence related to potential corruption involving Lewis-Martin. While she hasn't been charged, her departure adds to a growing list of high-profile resignations from the mayor's administration since federal investigations began. Other notable departures include former NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban and several other key officials.

In a statement, Lewis-Martin cited family reasons for her resignation, expressing gratitude for her time working with Mayor Adams, whom she called a "brother and friend."

Mayor Adams praised Lewis-Martin's decades of service, describing her as a "sister" and stating that New Yorkers owe her a debt of gratitude.

This resignation is the latest in a series of high-level departures from the Adams administration. The ongoing investigations continue to unfold, with the grand jury proceedings adding another layer of complexity to the situation.