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Former NYC Mayor Eric Adams’ chief of staff arrested in corruption probe
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 24, 2026
· 5 min read
By Gloria Pazmino, Kara Scannell, Eric Levenson, Nina Giraldo, CNN
(CNN) — The former chief of staff to former New York City Mayor Eric Adams, the staffer’s brother and two others were indicted on bribery and money laundering conspiracy charges as part of a “scheme to exploit the city’s migrant...
Key takeaway The 13-count indictment, filed in the US District Court for the Eastern District of New York, also charges Carone’s brother, Anthony Carone, and employees Crystal Chen and Yan Po Zhu.
Why this matters in The El Paso
For El Paso residents, the arrest of a former senior adviser to New York City's mayor and the raid on current and former NYPD members serves as a reminder that corruption can occur in any city's government and law enforcement agencies. While the investigation is focused on New York City, it highlights the importance of transparency and accountability in local government and public safety institutions. In El Paso, community trust in the city's government and police department is crucial, and any allegations of corruption or misconduct must be thoroughly investigated and addressed. The city's own history of corruption scandals underscores the need for vigilant oversight and strong leadership to prevent similar incidents from occurring. As the investigation in New York City unfolds, El Paso residents should remain vigilant and expect the same level of transparency and accountability from their local leaders.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? By Gloria Pazmino, Kara Scannell, Eric Levenson, Nina Giraldo, CNN
(CNN) — The former chief of staff to former New York City Mayor Eric Adams, the staffer’s brother and two others were indicted on bribery and money laundering conspiracy charges as part of a “scheme to exploit the city’s migrant...
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