The NYC mayor who campaigned on restoring government trust just obtained foreign citizenship while facing federal charges for allegedly selling his office to foreign interests. Adams claimed to put New York first—instead he’s securing passports that could complicate extradition if he flees. Nothing says “I’m innocent” like building an exit strategy. Source: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/apr/10/eric-adams-albanian-citizenship
NYC’s progressive mayor promised to expand housing vouchers—then immediately appealed a court order requiring exactly that. He’s now in court opposing the very assistance he pledged to provide. Another politician who forgot his promises the moment he took power. Source: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/apr/05/zohran-mamdani-affordable-housing-new-york