Newly unsealed court documents reveal the internal controversies within the U.S. Department of Justice as prosecutors dealt with political pressure during the corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams. These records include a draft memo from former U.S. Attorney Danielle Sassoon, who resigned rather than comply with orders to drop the charges. Sassoon expressed frustration over directives to dismiss the case, citing interference from Justice Department officials, notably Emil Bove, who raised the possibility of dismissal well ahead of crucial meetings where substantial evidence was to be discussed.
Sassoon's memo offers a revealing glimpse into the political pressures that shaped the Justice Department's decision-making, revealing internal conflicts over case priorities.
The documents highlight the struggle prosecutors faced from the Trump administration, leading to decisions that critics argue undermined judicial integrity and impartiality.
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