<p>New York City Mayor Eric Adams pleaded not guilty Friday&nbsp;to federal charges of bribery, wire fraud and soliciting contributions by a foreign national.&nbsp;</p>


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NYC Mayor Eric Adams pleads not guilty in federal court

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New York City Mayor Eric Adams pleaded not guilty Friday to federal charges of bribery, wire fraud and soliciting contributions by a foreign national. 

NewsdayTV's Drew Scott and Newsday columnist Joye Brown break down the indictment of New York City Mayor Eric Adams and discuss what could happen next.

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On Thursday, Manhattan federal prosecutors hit Mayor Eric Adams with five counts of bribery, wire fraud and solicitation of a contribution from a foreign national.

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The mayor's defense lawyer later told reporters the prosecution's case was based on the testimony of one city employee, saying it "isn't even a real case."

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