Deputy mayor for public safety and close friend of Mayor Eric Adams, Mr. Banks, has his phone seized by investigators.
Philip B. Banks III, who served as New York City’s deputy mayor for public safety, has stepped down from his position, according to Mayor Eric Adams. This marks the sixth high-ranking official to leave City Hall in recent weeks, reflecting a period of significant upheaval within the city government. The departure of Banks comes amidst a series of federal investigations involving Mayor Adams and his inner circle, including a corruption indictment against the mayor. In early September, federal authorities confiscated the phones of Philip Banks, as part of a probe into potential bribery activities. The investigation also targeted David C. Banks, Philip’s brother and the former schools chancellor, as well as Sheena Wright, David’s wife and the first deputy mayor. It is anticipated that Sheena Wright will also resign soon. The news of Philip Banks’ resignation was initially reported by the New York Post. This situation is still developing, and further updates are expected.
Source: The NY Times
