New York Mayor Eric Adams meets with Trump in Florida

NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams met with President-elect Donald Trump at his golf club in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Friday, three days before the inauguration.

Adams’ team said he and the president-elect discussed a long list of priorities for New York City, but the mayor’s opponents within his party claimed he had an ulterior motive: an apology for yourself.

Sources said Adams and Trump spoke for about an hour, touching on topics such as border security and the deportation of migrants who are repeat violent offenders.

In a statement, Adams said he and the president-elect “had a productive conversation about the needs of New York, what is best for our city and how the federal government can play a more helpful role in improving the lives of New Yorkers.” “As we speak briefly, we touched on a number of topics, particularly focusing on the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas and how it will positively impact public safety in our country, particularly in the Bronx as we continue federal investment in New York City “especially when it comes to infrastructure.”

The meeting between Adams and Trump is no surprise

Overall, it is no surprise that Adams sought and was granted the meeting with Trump. Throughout his time in office, the mayor has made a habit of meeting with everyone from President Joe Biden to gang members. He said a partnership with the federal government is critical to the success of New York City.

“We want to get involved early,” Adams said in the days leading up to the meeting. “We’re going to sit down and approach him and sit down with him and talk about some of our vision for the city.”

Adams’ comments came as he announced that First Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer and others were speaking with the Trump team to arrange an in-person meeting.

“Mayor Adams has made clear his willingness to work with President-elect Trump and his new administration on behalf of New Yorkers – and that partnership with the federal government is critical to New York City’s success,” Das said Mayor’s office on Thursday in a statement. “Tomorrow, Mayor Adams will sit down with President-elect Trump to discuss the priorities of New Yorkers. The mayor looks forward to a productive conversation with the new president about how we can move our city and our country forward.”

An Adams spokesman said the mayor wanted to talk about a range of priorities, including border security, possible cooperation with federal agents to deport migrants who commit crimes, transit and educational assistance.

“In my conversation with (Trump), he made it clear that he wants to help New York and New Yorkers,” Adams said.

According to his schedule, Adams flew to Florida on Thursday and returned to the city on Friday evening. The mayor is expected to discuss the trip at a news conference on Saturday.

Adams’ opponents see this as an ulterior motive

Adams’ political opponents saw a darker motive for his trip to Florida. They believe the mayor will seek a pardon from Trump before or after his trial on corruption charges.

“Eric Adams should immediately declare that he will not seek or accept a pardon from Donald Trump. New Yorkers deserve to know that their mayor is putting their interests ahead of his own — and whether our tax dollars or Turkish Airlines will fund his interests. “Trip to Florida,” said City Comptroller Brad Lander, a Democrat trying to unseat Adamswrote on X.

“Who is this meeting for, New Yorkers or Eric Adams? Our city has too many problems right now for us to worry about whether he’s fighting for New Yorkers or a hypothetical pardon for himself,” said Scott Stringer, the former city controller and fellow Democrat running against Adams, also posted on X

Trump appeared to raise the possibility of a pardon for Adam as he spoke about the mayor at the Al Smith Dinner in October.

“I know what it’s like to be persecuted by the Justice Department for speaking out against open borders. We were followed, Eric. I was persecuted and so were you, Eric,” Trump said.

Adams said in the statement that he had not discussed his corruption case with Trump.

“To be clear: We have not discussed my legal case, and those who suggest that the mayor of the country’s largest city should not meet with the new president to discuss our city’s priorities because the speculation is inaccurate or because We come from other countries.” As I always have, I will take every opportunity to advocate for New Yorkers and our city, and after our discussion, I firmly believe that there is much that our city can do with and the federal government can work together further to New York City “Safer, stronger and more affordable.” I thank President Trump for his time and attention and look forward to working with him for the benefit of all New Yorkers,” the mayor’s statement continued.

Others believe the meeting between Adams and Trump was a smart move

Some political experts believe Adams’ decision to meet with President-elect Trump was a smart move.

“It’s a sensible thing. A sensible mayor would do it, and I think it benefits us in New York City to have a good working relationship with the new president,” said JC Polanco, an associate professor at the University of Mount St. Vincent.

Polanco said Adams did the right thing by trying to build a good relationship with Trump. And he’s not the only one.

“I think when you’re mayor, you have to do your best to work with whoever is in power,” said New York Attorney General Jumaane Williams.

Preparations for Trump’s Inauguration Day

The meeting between Adams and Trump took place at exactly the time that Washington DC was preparing for Presidential inauguration on Monday and the transfer of power.

Trump’s ceremony was moved indoors due to the freezing temperatures. Safety is also a priority, especially given the two assassination attempts about Trump last year.

About 25,000 police and military personnel will be there, along with 7,800 National Guard members. Pilots have flown over the National Mall, scanning the ground for radiological or nuclear irregularities, and around the city there is a so-called “ring of steel” with 30 miles of anti-scale fencing.

According to the authorities, with all of these measures they are prepared for the 250,000 guests with tickets. Expected participants include: Billionaires, tech CEOs and celebritiestogether with President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris and their spouses. Trump notably skipped Biden’s inauguration in 2021.

Trump’s inauguration comes just days after two other major national security events – the Election counting from January 6th And Funeral of former President Jimmy Carter.

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