Prosecutors are working to dismiss corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams, following a directive from acting deputy attorney general Emil Bove III. This decision has caused significant unrest within the Justice Department, leading to multiple resignations. The judge overseeing the case, Dale E. Ho, has expressed skepticism about the dismissal’s public interest implications. Protests outside the courthouse reflect public sentiment against Adams, ominously themed around Trump's influence in NYC, amidst legal developments that could alter the mayor's political landscape before his trial.
The case, he said, was detracting from the mayor's ability to aid President Trump's program of mass deportation.
He seemed prepared to use Wednesday's hearing to inquire into that public-interest question.
Mr. Adams sat looking straight ahead, his hands in his lap.
A handful of protesters were gathered outside of the courthouse, holding signs that said NO TRUMP PUPPETS RUNNING NYC.
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