A Chinese billionaire, known for his colorful business history in China and running a Beijing nightclub, pled guilty to illegally funneling money to New York politicians, including donations to New York City's Mayor Eric Adams. Investigations reveal that the billionaire used straw donors for these contributions, raising questions about his motivations. The case has drawn attention to the connections between elite Chinese politics and New York's political landscape, involving notable figures and locations such as Manhattan's Plaza hotel. The story also highlights the issue of 'double donors' to Mayor Adams, with 41 people having contributed to both his 2025 reelection campaign and his Legal Defense Fund.