NY Gov Signals She May Remove Adams From Office

AM New York reports:

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has moved her stance from being “aware” of NYC Mayor Eric Adams’ federal corruption charges to being ready to use her authority as governor to remove Adams from office — if need be. In a powerful statement to the press, Hochul said she is on standby, reviewing her options as she seemingly warned the mayor to make a decision that is “responsible leadership” for the city of New York.

“While I review my options and obligations as the governor of New York, I expect the mayor to take the next few days to review the situation and find an appropriate path forward to ensure the people of New York City are being well-served by their leaders,” she said. “We must give New Yorkers confidence that there is steady, responsible leadership at every level of government.”

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NY Gov. Kathy Hochul addresses Mayor Adams’s indictment during a press gaggle.⁠ pic.twitter.com/FdmGQwgcMf

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