Winnie Greco, a longtime aide to Mayor Eric Adams, resigned from her post on Monday, her lawyer confirmed. Attorney Steven Brill told THE CITY that Greco resigned on her own volition and that he didn’t know of any pressure from City Hall to get her out.
Background
Greco had been Adams’ lead liaison to the city’s Asian communities since 2022, and had previously worked for Adams as a volunteer "ambassador" when he was Brooklyn Borough President. She was a key figure in the mayor’s relationship with the Chinese community, advising him on events to attend, bringing him delegations of officials from China, and traveling with him around the world.
Federal Investigations
In February, federal authorities raided Greco’s two homes in the Bronx, as well as an Adams campaign office at a Queens mall. The investigation is ongoing, but reports suggest that Greco’s nonprofit organization, which aimed to build a "friendship archway" between Beijing and Brooklyn, is under scrutiny.
Liaisons Depart
Monday’s departures were significant, as two other community liaisons also left City Hall. Rana Abbasova, a key cooperating witness in the federal case against Adams, was fired, while Mohamed Bahi resigned. Abbasova has been on leave since her home was raided by federal authorities last November.
Abbasova’s Role
Abbasova, a staffer in the Mayor’s Office of International Affairs, has been a central figure in the federal case against Adams. She was a key witness in the investigation and has been on leave since her home was raided.
Greco’s Departure
Greco’s resignation comes amid ongoing investigations into her role in the Adams campaign. She was a crucial fundraiser for Adams, and many of the small donations made to his campaign came from employees who were reimbursed by managers, which is illegal.
Conclusion
Winnie Greco’s resignation from her post as Mayor Eric Adams’ liaison to the Asian communities comes amid ongoing federal investigations. Her departure, along with that of two other community liaisons, raises questions about the future of the Adams administration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why did Winnie Greco resign from her post?
A: According to her lawyer, Steven Brill, Greco resigned on her own volition and did not face pressure from City Hall.
Q: What is the current status of the federal investigations into the Adams campaign?
A: The investigations are ongoing, but reports suggest that Greco’s nonprofit organization and the Adams campaign are under scrutiny.
Q: What is the role of Rana Abbasova in the federal case against Adams?
A: Abbasova is a key cooperating witness in the federal case against Adams and has been on leave since her home was raided by federal authorities last November.
Q: What is the significance of the departures of three community liaisons from City Hall?
A: The departures raise questions about the future of the Adams administration and the ongoing investigations into the campaign.
