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Adams' defense and DOJ attorneys discussed possible permanent dismissal of corruption charges: Sources

The Justice Department is moving to dismiss bribery charges against Mayor Eric Adams without prejudice, allowing for the possibility of refiling in the future, a Justice Department official stated.
Critics are urging Eric Adams to resign, alleging the Trump administration uses the potential reinstatement of charges as leverage for policy cooperation, based on multiple reports.
Governor Kathy Hochul plans to wait for the court's decision before taking further action regarding Adams's administration, according to sources familiar with her meetings.

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Talking Points Memo

5 Points On How Trump Is Using Eric Adams To Commandeer The DOJ And NYC

Less than one month into office, the Trump DOJ has rolled out sweeping new innovations in corruption. In moving to dismiss the case against Mayor Eric Adams as…

4 days ago·United States

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National Review

Trump DOJ’s Eric Adams Dismissal Heading for Constitutional Controversy

In the case of Mayor Eric Adams, what authority, if any, does the court have to force the Justice Department’s hand?

4 days ago·United States

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NBC New York

Adams' defense and DOJ attorneys discussed possible permanent dismissal of corruption charges: Sources

The Justice Department is moving forward with its motion to dismiss the bribery and corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams “without prejudice” in court on Wednesday, which means the charges could be refiled against the mayor at a later date, a Justice Department official said. The word from the DOJ official perhaps signaling that a last-minute effort by the mayor’s legal team to make the charges go away forever had been unsuccess…

4 days ago·New York, United States

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New York Magazine

Judge Orders Adams, DOJ to Explain Themselves: Live Updates

Half of Mayor Adams top aides have now resigned, and Governor Kathy Hochul announced that she’ll meet with key city leaders on Tuesday. Here are the latest developments.

4 days ago·New York, United States

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TAG24

Judge orders Trump DOJ to appear in court over dropped Eric Adams charges

A federal judge ordered the Trump Justice Department to appear in court to explain its decision to drop corruption charges against New York Mayor Eric Adams.

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