New Indictment For Mayor Adams Ex-Chief Advisor As His Reelection Prospects Dwindle

(Photos: YouTube\Video Screenshots\Wikimedia Commons) - Ingrid Lewis-Martin, the former chief aide to the embattled Mayor Eric Adams, is set to face new allegations on Thursday from the Manhattan District Attorney's office, as confirmed by her attorney. Arthur Aidala stated, "Tomorrow, [Thursday] Ingrid Lewis-Martin will appear in Supreme Court, New York County. The District Attorney has withheld any specifics regarding the charges. Despite her extensive history of lawful service, Ingrid is compelled to appear in court with minimal information. She asserts her integrity and plans to plead not guilty to all accusations. Though details remain scant, Ingrid believes she has not breached any laws and is innocent. We will seek an expedited trial."The charges relate to a fresh case yet to be disclosed. Lewis-Martin was the chief advisor to Adams from January 10, 2022, until her resignation on December 15, 2024. Her departure followed a home raid by federal agents, who confiscated phones after a grand jury subpoena was served. The ongoing investigation reportedly includes five counts: bribery, falsifying records, submitting false documents, and money laundering.By December 19, 2024, Lewis-Martin and her son were indicted, with the new charges expected to implicate additional aides and supporters of Mayor Adams. While she...