NYC Mayor Eric Adams insisted that he will remain in office despite his indictment.
However, the city's charter outlines two ways Adams could be forcibly removed from his position.
AdvertisementAfter news broke that New York City Mayor Eric Adams was indicted on five criminal counts, many other politicians started calling on him to resign his post.
The committee includes five members: New York City's top attorney, the comptroller, the City Council speaker, the borough president serving the longest consecutive term, and a deputy mayor that the mayor selects, the city charter states.
If Adams is removed from office or resigns, Jumaane Williams, the city's public advocate, would serve as acting mayor.
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