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Adams’s indictment has underscored his longstanding tension with the federal government. This friction largely stems from Adams's outspoken disagreement with the Biden administration over the border crisis—an issue that has become a defining point of his political persona. During his mayoral campaign, Adams famously ran on a platform that promised to make New York City more of a sanctuary for illegal immigrants, a stance praised by progressive constituents but criticized by others for fostering chaos and strain on city resources.