Lawsuit: Eric Adams Aide's Alleged Corruption Scandal Unveiled
A recent lawsuit sheds light on a corruption scandal involving a powerful aide to New York City Mayor Eric Adams. The lawsuit, filed by JRT Realty Group, accuses the aide of manipulating commercial real estate deals for personal gain.
The Allegations
The lawsuit claims that the aide, Jesse Hamilton, pressured a commercial brokerage to hire his friend, Diana Boutross, for managing city real estate deals. These deals are now under scrutiny in a corruption probe.
Questionable Trips and Connections
Hamilton and Boutross allegedly traveled to Japan with a lobbyist and Mayor Adams’ aide, Ingrid Lewis-Martin, who has since been indicted in a separate matter. The lawsuit suggests that these trips were not merely vacations but part of a larger scheme.
Unethical Practices
The lawsuit further alleges that Hamilton interfered with JRT Realty Group’s business to prevent them from securing a lucrative city contract. Hamilton’s focus on specific real estate deals, including one in the Bronx, raised suspicions among city officials.
City Council’s Response
City Council Member Lincoln Restler expressed concerns about the lack of transparency in hiring practices related to Boutross. He criticized the city’s reliance on inexperienced brokers with questionable connections to city officials.
Denials and Investigations
While Cushman & Wakefield denied being pressured by Hamilton, the lawsuit paints a different picture. Investigations by law enforcement and city officials are ongoing to unravel the full extent of the alleged corruption.
Stay tuned for updates on this unfolding scandal as more details emerge.
