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Judge throws out Eric Adams corruption case

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The New York Times |
A judge on Wednesday dismissed federal corruption charges against Eric Adams, ending the first criminal case against a New York City mayor in modern history and underscoring how prosecutorial power i...
BBC |
Adams has been charged with conspiracy, fraud, soliciting illegal campaign contributions, and bribery. He denies any wrongdoing.
Bloomberg L.P. |
The Justice Department had asked to leave that option open, raising concerns that it was trying to exercise continuing leverage over Adams.

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