Political Games vs. Real Corruption

In a surprising turn of events, New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted on federal charges. This comes at a time when we’ve seen a series of politically driven indictments against President Donald Trump. While Trump’s cases have been criticized as baseless, the charges against Mayor Adams seem to be much more solid. 

How has the United States, a nation that prides itself on being a democracy, come to a point where it is indicting its leaders one after another and what does this mean for the future of the country?

Let’s look back at the many indictments against President Trump. They’ve been nothing but politically motivated attacks aimed at ruining his image and legacy. Despite years of ‘investigations,’ Trump’s so-called “crimes” are rooted in politics, not actual wrongdoing. He’s been dragged through court after court based on false claims, none of which hold up under real scrutiny.

Now, let’s look at Mayor Eric Adams’ case. It’s a different story. Federal charges don’t just appear out of nowhere—they come after long investigations, meaning real evidence has been gathered before the charges are even filed. The fact that Mayor Adams is facing these charges suggests there’s something seriously wrong in his administration. And unlike Trump’s politically motivated charges, Adams’ case seems to be based on actual misconduct (according to the FBI).

So, what is happening with our government? Why are we only now seeing real cases of corruption coming to light? The investigation into Mayor Adams shows a deeper problem, especially in cities like New York, where leadership has failed its people. New York City is falling apart, with crime, homelessness, and mismanagement running rampant. If the FBI’s claims are true, it’s no wonder the city has gotten worse under Adams—his priorities clearly haven’t been focused on helping the people of New York.

Now, compare that to President Trump, who worked tirelessly for policies that put Americans first. Yet, he’s faced endless charges that, unlike those against Adams, never really added up. The American people saw through it. Trump’s indictments were a political weapon, but they lacked any real proof. Meanwhile, Adams’ case seems to be a clear violation of trust, backed by strong evidence from months of investigation.

The bigger question is: What does this mean for our democracy? How can the U.S. claim to be a true democracy when our leaders, from the president to city mayors, are constantly dragged through legal battles? Why does the system spend years going after someone like President Trump for political reasons while letting corruption in places like New York go unchecked?

And let’s not forget about New York City itself. Crime is out of control, and quality of life has taken a nosedive under Mayor Adams. People and businesses are leaving. This decline didn’t happen overnight—it’s the result of bad leadership.

This situation also shows the big difference in how justice is being applied. While Trump was indicted over weak claims, Adams is facing real legal trouble for actions that likely contributed to his city’s downfall. The American people deserve better, and we need leaders who will restore trust and integrity, not tear it down.

It’s time to put an end to political witch hunts and start holding people truly accountable.