New York City Mayor Eric Adams has abruptly canceled his appearance at a crucial mayoral forum, citing legal advice related to ongoing federal corruption charges against him. This last-minute decision has drawn harsh criticism from fellow candidates and union workers, who described the act as ‘horrible’ and ‘disqualifying’. Adams claims prosecutorial misconduct and is seeking a permanent dismissal of the charges, asserting that the legal proceedings have infringed on his rights. As he navigates these significant allegations, the political landscape grows increasingly tense with other candidates seizing the opportunity to criticize him. The ongoing legal battles and absence from the forum have sparked conversations about the implications for the upcoming mayoral election.