A federal judge has dismissed a case involving New York City Mayor Eric Adams, offering sharp criticism of the Justice Department's actions during the Trump administration. Judge Dale E. Ho ruled against allowing the government to maintain the option of reinstating corruption charges against Mayor Adams.
While ultimately dismissing the case, Judge Ho's decision recognized the President's broad power in determining the course of federal prosecutions. The case had lingered, creating uncertainty around Mayor Adams's administration. The dismissal effectively closes the chapter on the legal proceedings, although the judge's comments on the DOJ's handling are likely to fuel further debate.
Judge Dismisses Adams Case, Criticizes DOJ Handling
A judge has dismissed a case involving New York City Mayor Eric Adams, but not without criticizing the Justice Department's handling of the matter under the Trump administration. The judge, Dale E. Ho, prevented the government from potentially reviving corruption charges against Adams. While dismissing the case, the judge acknowledged the President's authority over prosecutions. The ruling brings an end to the legal uncertainty surrounding Mayor Adams.