Senior officials in Donald Trump's Department of Justice engaged in talks regarding the potential dismissal of corruption charges against New York Mayor Eric Adams. Indicted for bribery and fraud last September, Adams has maintained his innocence and claims he is a victim of political persecution, similar to Trump's defense strategy. Notably, the discussions occurred while Trump’s attorney general and U.S. attorney nominees were pending confirmation, casting doubt on the motivations behind the DOJ's involvement. However, there is no evidence that Manhattan prosecutors intend to drop the case, despite the special attention it has received.
Senior officials in Trump's DOJ discussed potential plans with federal prosecutors in Manhattan about possibly dropping corruption charges against New York Mayor Eric Adams.
The conversations come in light of Adams's previous indictment on multiple charges of bribery and fraud, while he maintains a defense similar to Trump's.
Both Adams and Trump have communicated directly, highlighting their political ties, with Adams previously praising Trump's immigration policies.
The involvement of DOJ officials is typical for high-profile cases, yet the discussions raise questions about the motivations and timing involved.
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