Should Eric Adams resign or be removed from office, who would lead New York City and become acting mayor?
Adams has been clear he plans to fight any charges saying he is innocent, and has repeatedly said he plans to remain in office New York City Mayor Eric Adams has repeatedly said he is not going anywhere and has no plans to resign, despite mounting investigations, and Wednesday night, news that he is expected to face federal charges by prosecutors out of the Southern District of New York as soon as Thursday, according to two sources familiar with the matter.
Should the situation change and Adams resign or be suspended from office by the governor, who would lead the city and become acting mayor?The city charter of New York City lays out the process for filling a vacancy in the office of the mayor.the New York City charter, if a mayor is suspended by the governor, unable to perform their duties, absent from the city or resigns, theJumaane Williams
. According to the city charter, he would assume the position of acting mayor, if Eric Adams were to step aside or be suspended from office by the governor.for the city of New York. He has served in the position since being elected in 2021. Lander would become acting mayor if Adams leaves office and Williams cannot serve, according to the city charter.
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