Attorney Alex Spiro contended that the federal prosecutors’ 'disclosure of confidential grand jury material in a bid to win this case in the press has irreparably harmed Mayor Adams's defense and eviscerated his presumption of innocence.' He emphasized the broader implications such leaks have on the judicial process and public perception, suggesting that they undermine the integrity of legal proceedings and unfairly influence public opinion before the trial takes place.
Spiro's request for a hearing is grounded in the assertion that recent leaks were part of a pattern that has continued over the past year, creating a narrative in the press that damages his client’s reputation. The attorney advocated for a pause in grand jury proceedings until this evidentiary hearing can address the alleged misconduct and pointed to previous instances where the court refused to dismiss the charges despite the leaks.
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