DOJ argues texts from top NYC prosecutor shows Adams prosecution was politically motivated - but still won't kill the case completely

The former lead prosecutor in the federal corruption case against Mayor Eric Adams admitted in text messages that the decision to indict Adams might be politically motivated. Hagan Scotten, whose messages were revealed in a Justice Department filing, expressed concerns about the credibility of the case and acknowledged the potential for political ambitions influencing the prosecution. Although Scotten resigned after refusing a DOJ order to withdraw the case, he emphasized the ethical obligations of prosecutors in his resignation letter.

"[US Attorney-1] obviously has political ambitions, and I think suggesting we doubt that just costs us credibility," Scotten allegedly wrote to his team.

"It was 'pretty plausible' that Williams 'had a political motive in bringing this case,' according to the DOJ."

"Any assistant US attorney would know that our laws and traditions do not allow using the prosecutorial power to influence other citizens..."

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