N.Y. Today: Eric Adams, With Pardon Talk Swirling, Meets With Trump Near Mar-a-Lago

The New York mayor has expressed interest in a pardon to resolve federal corruption charges.

View in browser|nytimes.com January 18, 2025 Maddie McGarvey for The New York Times Eric Adams, With Pardon Talk Swirling, Meets With Trump Near Mar-a-Lago The New York mayor, who has expressed interest in a pardon to resolve federal corruption charges, met with President-elect Donald J. Trump and his son Eric on Friday. By Emma G. Fitzsimmons U.S. Drops Corruption Case Against New York's Former Lieutenant Governor Brian Benjamin had been accused of funneling state money to a real estate developer in exchange for campaign contributions. A key witness in the case has died. By Nicholas Fandos Why New York Is a Sanctuary City, and How That Could Change Under Trump New York's status as a sanctuary city for undocumented immigrants has shifted over time. Now, as President-elect Donald J. Trump prepares to enter office, it may shift once again. By Luis Ferré-Sadurní New York City Bus Crashes Near Bronx Overpass, Dangling Above Roadway The express commuter bus missed a turn on the route that travels between Manhattan and the Bronx. The driver, the sole occupant of the bus, was not injured. By Christine Hauser Sick Prisoners in New York Were Granted Parole but Remain Behind Bars Prisons across the country are struggling to find nursing home placements for sick prisoners after granting them parole. In New York, some inmates are suing for release. By Sarah Kliff Want more news? Check out our full coverage. The Mini Crossword: Here is today's puzzle. New York Today is published weekdays around 6 a.m. You can also find it at nytoday.com. Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for New York Today from The New York Times. To stop receiving New York Today, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018