Adams' Wife in Another Scandal: Will She Fly to Syria and Lebanon – and Will It Be Secured at Taxpayer Expense?

Rama Dewaji, wife of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, is expected to visit Syria and Lebanon in September. The mayor's office initially confirmed that the police security team would accompany her, but the NYPD denied this, citing that it is not an investigative trip. The visit has sparked political controversy, including criticism over the risk to officers.

Rama Dewaji, wife of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, is expected to travel to Syria and Lebanon next month. According to a New York Post report, the trip is scheduled for September 20, and both countries are on the U.S. State Department's severe travel advisory list. Mamdani's office initially confirmed that the police security team would join her, but the NYPD denied this, stating it does not send officers to countries with a Level 4 travel advisory, except for investigative trips. A source familiar with the matter said it is not an official mission. The visit has drawn criticism from Dov Hikind, who claimed the officers could be put in danger. Dewaji, a 29-year-old Syrian-American, is associated with sharp pro-Palestinian positions, and in April she apologized for old anti-Israel posts. The trip comes amid controversy over Mamdani's stance toward Israel.

Adams' Wife in Another Scandal: Will She Fly to Syria and Lebanon – and Will It Be Secured at Taxpayer Expense?