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FBI investigation of NYC Mayor Eric Adams fundraiser centers on illegal contributions from foreign nationals
CNN ^ | Nov 2, 2023 | By Gloria Pazmino, John Miller, Paul P. Murphy and Jeff Winter

Posted on 11/03/2023 2:37:50 AM PDT by 11th_VA

CNN — An FBI raid at the home of New York City Mayor Eric Adam’s chief fundraiser Thursday morning is said to be part of an investigation to determine if Adams’ 2021 mayoral campaign conspired with a Brooklyn-based construction company to funnel foreign money into the campaign coffers, multiple law enforcement officials told CNN.

Law enforcement officials who are familiar with the search warrants told CNN the investigators are seeking evidence that foreign nationals – who are barred from making contributions – may have “bundled” donations by going into New York’s Turkish-American communities and getting US Citizens of Turkish origin to act as “straw contributors.”

The alleged scheme would have allowed money coming from foreign business entities to be masked as donations from American citizens who did not actually donate the money...

One of the companies that was searched is KSK construction Group in Brooklyn, the law enforcement officials said. The construction and development company has built apartments and condos all over the city and is part of the KiSKA Construction Corporation, which owns two US locations of a Turkish Hotel Chain.

A CNN review of campaign finance records identified at least 11 employees at KSK construction group donated a total of $13,950 ranging from $1,200 to $1,500, all on the same day to Adams 2021 mayoral campaign. CNN has reached out to the donors for comment.

CNN has also reached out to Erden Arkan, who is listed as the owner of KSK construction group LLC., and also listed as a donor to the Adams campaign. New York City Campaign Finance records show Arkan donated $1,500...

(Excerpt) Read more at amp.cnn.com ...


TOPICS: Crime/Corruption; Extended News; Politics/Elections; US: New York
KEYWORDS: corrupticrats; defundthepolice; ericadams; newyork; newyorkcity; turkey
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1 posted on 11/03/2023 2:37:50 AM PDT by 11th_VA
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To: 11th_VA

That’s what happens to those who dare criticize El Residente Pedo Jose (on immigration in this case) ...


2 posted on 11/03/2023 2:39:53 AM PDT by BlueLancer (Everyone thinks you were executed. Stay dead - you'll live longer. (A. Breakspear, "Carnival Row"))
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To: 11th_VA

The young children of rich Americans are happily foregoing purchases to make maximum legal political contributions once their parents top out.

The FEC has full details.


3 posted on 11/03/2023 2:56:25 AM PDT by Brian Griffin
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To: BlueLancer

Not to worry- he’s not been held accountable for anything in his life!


4 posted on 11/03/2023 2:56:30 AM PDT by Dr. Ursus
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To: 11th_VA

I was looking at a picture of the mayor.

He seems to be unhappy despite having the job he wanted to get.


5 posted on 11/03/2023 2:58:09 AM PDT by Brian Griffin
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To: 11th_VA

Call Gropin’ Joe on a burner phone. He can give ya tips on the whole process.


6 posted on 11/03/2023 2:59:37 AM PDT by Libloather (Why do climate change hoax deniers live in mansions on the beach?)
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To: 11th_VA

Really, who would have thunk it?


7 posted on 11/03/2023 3:00:08 AM PDT by spincaster
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To: BlueLancer

NYC has RCV for a reason.

Deep State installed Adams.

What’s going on is the same thing Deep State did with Cuomo.

The question is why is Deep State doing this.

I seriously doubt Adams has the b@lls to try to wriggle out from his deal.

Something else is going in.

This might not be about Adams at all.

Deep State might just be using him to send a message to anyone thinking of defying them.


8 posted on 11/03/2023 3:27:44 AM PDT by mewzilla (Never give up; never surrender!)
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To: BlueLancer

Why Jewish influence is waning. Islamic monies apparently.


9 posted on 11/03/2023 3:27:52 AM PDT by Chickensoup (Genocide is here. Leftist extremists are spearheading the Genocide against conservatives. )
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To: 11th_VA

Turks for Adams? Mayor Erdogan?


10 posted on 11/03/2023 3:40:09 AM PDT by chuckee
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To: BlueLancer

Exactly what I was thinking.


11 posted on 11/03/2023 3:48:03 AM PDT by Qiviut (If the genocide was unintentional, they would have pulled the poison vaccines, long ago.)
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To: 11th_VA

Only illegal contributions from China are allowed.
Look at the bidens


12 posted on 11/03/2023 3:51:49 AM PDT by Darksheare (Those who support liberal "Republicans" summarily support every action by same. )
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To: BlueLancer

You just nailed it. Either go along with Pedo Joe’s plans or the political army of the democrat party will come after you.


13 posted on 11/03/2023 4:09:07 AM PDT by Texas resident (Biden=Obama=Jarrett=Soros)
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The most likely excuse is that Adams complained too much all year about the amount of illegals flooding into the city. A few months ago the Biden occupation sent him a letter basically telling him to shut up. He didn't take the hint so Joes SS the FBI is coming after him.

By the way.....I totally agree with James. Thank you RINO party for doing absolutely NOTHING about this criminal regime in the past 2 years and 9 months. Ice machines in the Arctic are more useful


14 posted on 11/03/2023 4:26:22 AM PDT by GrandJediMasterYoda (As long as Hillary Clinton remains free, the USA will never have equal justice under the law)
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Well - he is fond of illegal aliens - as long as they don’t roost near by....


15 posted on 11/03/2023 4:45:39 AM PDT by trebb (So many fools - so little time...)
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To: 11th_VA

Apparently, Adams has been a bit uppity in his speech about Biden’s migrants. I wonder if the stupid chit is smart enough to put a smile on and welcome these fine invaders.


16 posted on 11/03/2023 5:04:52 AM PDT by ConservativeInPA (Rebuild the Temple.)
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To: 11th_VA

BTTT


17 posted on 11/03/2023 5:08:49 AM PDT by nopardons
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To: 11th_VA

Golly gee whiz. Could this be the beginning of Barry and Joe’s Most Excellent Revolution eating its own?


18 posted on 11/03/2023 5:11:07 AM PDT by OKSooner (Be especially sure to take extra wool socks.)
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To: 11th_VA

Black mayor in trouble with powers that be


19 posted on 11/03/2023 5:12:32 AM PDT by bert ( (KWE. NP. N.C. +12) Joe Biden is a kleptocrat)
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To: 11th_VA

I find it impossible to believe that the fbi is going after the mayor because he broke the law.


20 posted on 11/03/2023 5:20:19 AM PDT by TalBlack (We have a Christian duty and a patriotic duty. God help us.)
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