NYC Eyes Ending Legal Support For ex-Mayor Adams in Sexual Assault Lawsuit
New York City’s mayor is seeking to end legal support for former Mayor Eric Adams in a sexual assault lawsuit.Summary
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration is moving to withdraw legal representation from former Mayor Eric Adams in a lawsuit alleging sexual assault. The suit, filed under the Adult Survivors Act, accuses Adams of assaulting Lorna Beach-Mathura in 1993 while he was a police officer, alleging a demand for a sexual favor in exchange for career advancement. Adams denies the allegations. The city’s corporation counsel argues Adams isn’t entitled to city-funded support as the alleged incident occurred outside his city employment. While the administration claims the decision was independent, the move follows a contentious campaign where Mamdani and Adams frequently criticized each other. The city is also withdrawing legal support for two of Adams’ allies in separate cases. Adams remains confident he will be vindicated.
(Source：Insurance Journal)