Mayor Eric Adams’ federal corruption case has been dismissed by a Manhattan court, allowing him to campaign for a second term without the threat of imprisonment. The case was dismissed following a controversial request from the Department of Justice, which raised accusations of political motivation against the indictment. Adams faced charges of bribery and fraud linked to campaign contributions but maintained his innocence. This decision drew criticism and concern from within his party, including calls from Governor Kathy Hochul to consider removing him, which ultimately did not materialize.
Bove claimed that the case was a politically-motivated prosecution brought by the then-Manhattan US Attorney Damian Williams, a President Joe Biden appointee.
Adams was charged with a five-count indictment, including bribery and fraud, in September and had pleaded not guilty.
The DOJ's letter ordering federal prosecutors to drop the case sparked an exodus from the department and the Southern District of New York.
Gov. Kathy Hochul even opened the door to potentially remove the mayor from office, but eventually decided to keep him in City Hall.
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