Midday News: Adams Opens Rikers to Federal Agents, Watchdog Group Proposes Mayoral Recall Elections, and Families Seek Answers in Rikers Deaths

Mayor Eric Adams is allowing federal agencies to set up offices on Rikers Island, raising concerns about transparency. A watchdog group is pushing for a law to enable voter-driven recall elections for mayors, linked to recent corruption issues. Families of detainees who died at Rikers express frustration over the lack of answers regarding their loved ones. The discussion highlights systemic failures within the Department of Correction, including inadequate medical care and rising violence, as families demand accountability and clarity.