Bribery Bombshell Hits City Hall

In a shocking turn of events, two former advisers to New York City Mayor Eric Adams find themselves in hot water after being implicated in separate bribery schemes this week!

Ingrid Lewis-Martin Indicted for Accepting $75,000 in Bribes

Ingrid Lewis-Martin, who served as Adams's top adviser, has been indicted by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg for allegedly accepting more than $75,000 in bribes. This high-profile scandal reportedly unfolded between March 2022 and November 2024—while she held her influential position in the mayor's office.

Facing multiple charges, including four counts of conspiracy and bribe receiving, Lewis-Martin's legal troubles compound a recent indictment involving her and her son, Glenn Martin II, for bribery and money laundering. Both have previously pleaded not guilty to those charges.

Volunteer Role in Jeopardy: Lewis-Martin's Campaign Contribution Efforts

Up until last Wednesday, Lewis-Martin was actively volunteering for Adams's re-election campaign. Her attorney insists she will vigorously fight the newly announced charges, declaring she has always acted with integrity.

Potato Chips or Cash? The Curious Case of Winnie Greco

Just a day after Lewis-Martin's indictment, another former adviser, Winnie Greco, resigned amid FBI scrutiny but was caught in a perplexing incident. After a campaign event, Greco allegedly handed a reporter a bag of potato chips containing cash—a red envelope stuffed with $100 and several $20 bills.

While Greco's attorney defends her actions as culturally significant, saying cash is often exchanged as a gesture of goodwill in Chinese culture, the incident has raised eyebrows and led to significant backlash.

Adams Campaign Responds: Zero Tolerance for Misconduct

In light of these alarming allegations, Adams's campaign has swiftly suspended Greco from volunteering. The campaign has stated that the mayor had no knowledge of Greco's actions and has emphasized a commitment to high ethical standards.

Greco later expressed regret in her apology, claiming the situation was misunderstood, indicating this was simply a cultural blunder.

Mounting Pressure: Investigations into Adams's Circle

Both Lewis-Martin and Greco are under intense scrutiny, with federal agents investigating their actions linked to alleged misconduct connected to multiple bribery investigations. Reports already suggest that Adams himself is facing an inquiry regarding illegal campaign contributions from foreign officials.

With scandal hitting the mayor’s inner circle, New Yorkers are left wondering: what will come next in this unfolding drama?