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Federal Judge Blocks $3.4M Funding for Adams' Campaign

7/13/2025

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A federal judge has ruled against New York City Mayor Eric Adams, blocking $3.4 million in public funding for his 2025 re-election bid. The Campaign Finance Board pointed to Adams' missed deadlines and lack of required documents, even after criminal charges were dropped. Undeterred, the Adams campaign is gearing up to appeal the ruling.

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A federal judge has ruled against New York City Mayor Eric Adams, blocking $3.4 million in public funding for his 2025 re-election bid. The Campaign Finance Board pointed to Adams' missed deadlines and lack of required documents, even after criminal charges were dropped. Undeterred, the Adams campaign is gearing up to appeal the ruling.