Judge Dale Ho Upends Emil Bove's Weaponization - emptywheel
Briefly

Judge Dale Ho dismissed the indictment against Eric Adams with prejudice, meaning Adams cannot be charged again if he doesn't comply with immigration directives from the Trump Administration. Despite the DOJ's reasons for the dismissal being unconvincing, Ho noted he would have to dismiss the case anyway due to Speedy Trial grounds. He emphasized the importance of resolving the issue before the upcoming New York City mayoral primary, maintaining that dismissing the case now served the public interest better than a protracted legal battle.
Judge Ho concluded that dismissing the indictment against Eric Adams with prejudice was necessary as the case could have no continued prosecution, emphasizing the importance of timely resolution before the upcoming election.
The Court ultimately determined that allowing the indictment to linger would serve no purpose, and thus, dismissing the case immediately was in the public interest, especially given the upcoming mayoral primary.
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