The Justice Department's motion to dismiss charges against Mayor Eric Adams is under scrutiny due to allegations of quid pro quo, suggesting Adams might offer support for immigration policy in exchange for case dismissal. This has led to controversy, culminating in the resignation of Manhattan's top federal prosecutor, Danielle R. Sassoon, who noted the potential corruption in such an arrangement. Adams's lawyer denied any agreement for a quid pro quo, highlighting the tension and implications of the situation regarding legal and ethical standards in public office.
There is a breathtaking and dangerous precedent to reward Adams's opportunistic and shifting commitments on immigration and other policy matters with dismissal of a criminal indictment.
Mr. Adams's lawyers had said, would help the Trump administration with immigration enforcement if the case were dismissed, according to Ms. Sassoon.
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