Adams' tenure has been marred by controversy, including a lawsuit alleging sexual assault and multiple investigations. In September, he was indicted on federal corruption charges dating back at least a decade, though he has denied any wrongdoing.
On Monday, Reuters reported that President Donald Trump's Justice Department instructed prosecutors to drop the corruption charges against Adams.
Adams is scheduled to hold a news conference at noon local time, according to PIX11.
Who is Eric Adams?
Eric Adams is the mayor of New York City and has been a prominent public figure for decades. A former NYPD captain, he later served as a state senator and Brooklyn borough president before being elected mayor in 2021.
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