American Democracy Minute Radio News Report & Podcast for Aug. 13, 2025

NYC Mayor Eric Adams Again Denied Matching Campaign Funds, After Allegations ‘The Campaign Violated the Law’
Embattled New York City mayor Eric Adams was again denied matching funds from the city’s public campaign funding program, this time for allegations his campaign violated the law.  It’s the 10th time he’s been denied. 

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Today’s Links

Articles & Resources:

U.S. Department of Justice – New York City Mayor Eric Adams Charged With Bribery And Campaign Finance Offenses
American Democracy Minute - (2024) NYC’s Embattled Mayor Denied $4.5 Million in Matching Funds from City’s Public Campaign Finance Funding System 
American Democracy Minute - Report Suggests NYC Mayor Eric Adams’ Reelection Campaign May Have Violated Contribution Rules – Again
New York City Campaign Finance Board -  Dispersements and Statement Regarding Mayor Eric Adams
Politico - NYC campaign finance board denies Mayor Eric Adams millions in matching funds  

Groups Taking Action:

Common Cause NY,  C.R.E.W., Brennan Center for Justice

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U.S. Election Assistance Commission – Register And Vote in Your State

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