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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...
The New York Times |
The federal government wants the bribery and fraud charges against New York’s mayor to be dropped so he can help President Trump’s deportation program.
New York Magazine |
The judge stated bluntly that his action ensures that the charges “cannot be used as leverage” over the mayor or New York City, addressing a concern held by many that the White House could choose to ...

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