Summary
The investigation into Eric Adams’ girlfriend, Tracey Collins, centers around her alleged acceptance of luxury travel perks and her questionable employment status in the New York City Department of Education (DOE). Accusations have surfaced that Collins has not reported significant travel benefits, totaling around $45,000, and has maintained a “no-show” job for nearly a year.
The scrutiny of Collins’ travel and employment comes in the wake of federal charges against Mayor Eric Adams, who is accused of participating in a corruption scheme involving foreign donations and bribery. Collins, who earns over $221,000 annually as a senior advisor at the DOE, reportedly joined Adams on numerous extravagant trips since 2016, including to countries like India, Turkey, and Jordan. Complaints have been filed alleging that she has rarely been present at work since November 2023 and that her travel perks were not disclosed as required by city regulations. The investigation is ongoing, with various oversight bodies reviewing the allegations made against her.
Allegations of Travel Perks
- Collins is accused of enjoying free or heavily discounted travel, including business-class upgrades worth thousands of dollars, facilitated by Adams’ staff.
- Specific trips mentioned in the indictment include luxury travel to Budapest and a series of trips across several countries.
Employment Concerns
- Collins has reportedly not been seen in the office since Thanksgiving 2023, raising questions about her compliance with DOE attendance policies.
- A former DOE employee has filed complaints regarding her alleged “no-show” status and the non-disclosure of travel benefits that may exceed legal limits.
Ongoing Investigations
- The Conflicts of Interest Board and other investigative bodies are currently examining the allegations against Collins, including her attendance records and potential conflicts of interest related to her travel.
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