Trump's 'Turkey' jab at New York Mayor: I didn't know he loved it so much

Former US President Donald Trump took a jab at New York Mayor Eric Adams, who has been in the spotlight over allegations of accepting bribes from Turkey. Referencing the accusations linking Adams to Turkey, Trump remarked, "I've never met a vegan who loved Turkey so much."

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Trump's 'Turkey' jab at New York Mayor: I didn't know he loved it so much

Former United States (US) President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump drew attention with his remarks regarding New York Mayor Eric Adams.

Speaking about Adams, who has been in the news over allegations of accepting bribes from Turkey, Trump sparked controversy with his words.

I DIDN'T KNOW HE LOVED TURKEY SO MUCH

Speaking at a fundraising event in New York, Trump referred to Adams and stated, "I've never met a vegan who loved Turkey so much." Trump's remarks served as a jab at the bribery allegations linking Adams to Turkey, while also sarcastically highlighting Adams's vegan dietary preference.

Trump's use of these words following the news of Adams being associated with bribery accusations involving figures from Turkey has caused a stir in the political arena.

WHAT HAPPENED?

New York Mayor Eric Adams was named in an indictment alleging that he accepted bribes from a high-ranking Turkish diplomat, a Turkish Airlines (THY) official, and Turkish businesspeople.

Adams has maintained his innocence, but the prosecution has noted that the scope of the ongoing investigation has been expanded, indicating that new names will be included in future indictments and that additional charges could be brought against the mayor.

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