Eric Adams, Citizen of the World, Becomes an Actual Citizen of Albania
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- Eric Adams, former mayor of New York City, has been granted Albanian citizenship and received an Albanian passport by a special decree from Albania’s president, Bajram Begaj, reflecting his deep affection for the country.
- During his mayoralty, Adams actively celebrated Albanian culture, hosting multiple flag-raising ceremonies and a cultural event at Gracie Mansion, and he made an official visit to Albania to discuss business and tourism.
- New York City is home to the largest Albanian expatriate population in the world, with about 40,000 residents identifying as Albanian, a community Adams frequently highlighted and supported.
- Adams’s international travels, including those to Albania, were scrutinized during his federal corruption indictment, where he was accused of accepting improper benefits, though charges were later dropped by the Justice Department.
- His connection to Albania extends to his family, with his son Jordan Coleman participating in Albania’s version of “American Idol” in 2022, underscoring the personal significance of the country to Adams.
