New York City Mayor Eric Adams
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has pleaded not guilty to five counts of criminal offences, including bribery, wire fraud and soliciting illegal foreign campaign donations.
Wearing a dark blue suit, Adams arrived in federal court in New York for a brief hearing on Friday to enter his plea.
The 64-year-old was indicted earlier this week on allegations that he accepted illegal campaign funds and thousands of dollars in luxury travel benefits from Turkish businessmen and an official in exchange for his influence as mayor.
Mr. Adams has denied any wrongdoing and said the public should withhold judgement until he makes his defence.
He has rejected growing calls from members of his own party to resign.
Prosecutors say he also misused $10 million in public funds.
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