New York City Mayor Eric Adams He met with President-elect Trump in Palm Beach, Florida, on Friday, three days before Trump returned to the White House.
“President Trump and I had a productive conversation about New York’s needs, what is best for our city, and how the federal government can play a more meaningful role in improving the lives of New Yorkers,” Adams said in a statement shared by his spokesman Fabian. Levi.
“While we briefly touched on a number of issues, we focused in particular on Ceasefire agreement Between Israel and Hamas and how it will have a positive impact on public safety in our country; How can we bring manufacturing jobs back to New York, especially the Bronx; And how can we continue to make federal investments in New York City, especially when it comes to infrastructure.
The Democratic mayor, who is awaiting trial on federal corruption charges in April, said the two men did not discuss his legal issues at the meeting.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and President-elect Trump met in Palm Beach, Florida, on Friday, three days before Trump returns to the White House. (Getty Images)
As president, Trump would have the authority to pardon Adams.
Adams faces charges of accepting luxury travel privileges and illegal campaign contributions from foreign nationals in exchange for corrupt actions.
Trump, who was convicted in a New York court last year of falsifying business records, has defended Adams in the past, claiming that the charges against the mayor may have been brought because he criticized President Biden across the border.
Trump said he would Consider a pardon For Adams.
“To be clear, we have not discussed my legal case, and those who suggest that the mayor of the nation's largest city should not meet with the next president to discuss our cities' priorities are because of inaccurate speculation or because we are the ones who are interested in politics,” Adams said. “With people.”
“As I have always done, I will take every opportunity I can to advocate for New Yorkers and our city. After our discussion, I strongly believe that there is much that our city and the federal government can partner on to make New York City safer. Stronger and more affordable. I thank President Trump for his time and attention, and I look forward to Working with him is for the benefit of all New Yorkers.”
Fox News Digital has reached out to Trump for comment.
The Democratic mayor, who is awaiting trial on federal corruption charges in April, said the two men did not discuss his legal issues at the meeting. (Selcuk Akar/Anatolia via Getty Images)
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Adams was criticized by other New York politicians for the meeting.
“Trump's agenda will not help move our city or our country forward,” State Sen. Zellnor Myrie wrote on X this week. “This pilgrimage is clearly about something else.”
New York City Comptroller Brad Lander wrote on the Turkey will finance his trip to Florida.”
President-elect Trump is scheduled to be inaugurated on Monday. (Scott Olson/Getty Images)
“Who is this meeting with, New Yorkers or Eric Adams? Our city has too many problems right now to worry about it if he fights for New Yorkers or a virtual pardon for himself,” former city comptroller Scott Stringer said on his website. . X.
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Lander and Stringer are running for mayor against Adams.
