The Justice Department has moved to dismiss corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams after facing a crisis involving the resignations of several federal prosecutors. The charges were dismissed by acting Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove, citing interference with Adams’ ability to tackle illegal immigration. The top prosecutor in Manhattan, Danielle R. Sassoon, resigned after refusing to dismiss the case. The Justice Department moved the case to the agency’s Public Integrity Section in Washington, where multiple prosecutors resigned rather than dropping the charges. The directive to dismiss the case was considered an unusual move that could make Adams beholden to the Trump administration. Adams was indicted for allegedly taking $100,000 worth of free plane tickets and luxury hotel stays from wealthy Turkish nationals. He has maintained his innocence and denied any quid pro quo in discussions with the Justice Department. Despite calls for his resignation, Adams appeared on “Fox & Friends” and pledged to allow federal immigration agents to operate at Rikers Island jail complex. The situation has caused turmoil within the Justice Department and raised concerns about political motivations behind the charges against Adams.
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