New York Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted on five counts, including accepting illegal foreign donations, defrauding the city’s public campaign finance program, and influencing the fire department. The indictment alleges that Adams changed and then forgot the passcode to his mobile phone, making it difficult for investigators to access its contents. There are also allegations of illicit communication between Adams, a Turkish businessman, and others. Federal agents have seized multiple phones belonging to Adams and his inner circle in an effort to uncover evidence of wrongdoing. Adams has claimed innocence, stating that he changed his phone password to prevent accidental deletions by staff, but then forgot the new password. The investigation into Adams’ conduct involves mobile phone shenanigans, including deleted encrypted messaging apps and efforts to conceal wrongful conduct from scrutiny. The case highlights the importance of password security and the potential consequences of forgetting passwords in high-profile legal cases. adams’s mobile phone containing incriminating evidence was locked with a new, forgotten password. This incident is part of a larger investigation into alleged misconduct by Adams and his associates, including the seizure of several phones and a raid on Gracie Mansion.
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