The Department of Justice (DOJ) has ordered an end to the corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams, a move that has sparked controversy. Some elected officials believe the mayor's meetings with President Trump, both before his inauguration and recently, influenced the DOJ's decision. The order is pending final approval from the judge overseeing the case. Mayor Adams has publicly stated that he believes he was targeted by the Biden administration due to his criticism of its immigration policy. Governor Kathy Hochul emphasized that the mayor's priority should remain the city and its residents. Reverend Al Sharpton criticized the DOJ's decision, alleging political blackmail and suggesting that President Trump is holding the mayor hostage. The mayor's opponents in the upcoming election have also condemned the order, claiming it compromises his ability to serve the city's best interests. Former Mayor Bill de Blasio, however, viewed the decision as appropriate, citing the weakness of the initial evidence.
NEW YORK -- The Department of Justice's order to end the corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams has not come as a surprise to some elected officials.Many believe the meeting he had with President Trump even before the inauguration and a recent visit to Washington D.C. set the stage for the DOJ 's charge on Monday that directed the Southern District of New York to dump the charges.
'I have supported the mayor, but he has been put in an unfair position -- even for him -- of essentially political blackmail. President Trump pardoned January 6th rioters who beat police, but did not pardon the mayor, who may be guilty. The argument that prosecutors cannot bring a case nine months before a primary is nonsense, considering that would also preclude any Congressional candidate from running every two years.
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