Mamdani Administration Moves to End City Legal Defense for Ex-Mayor Adams in 1993 Assault Case

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration filed legal motions to stop defending former Mayor Eric Adams in a decades-old sexual assault lawsuit. This shift marks a significant departure from previous city support, reflecting a serious stance amid longstanding allegations. Observers will watch how this legal withdrawal influences the lawsuit's proceedings and Adams's public and political standing.