In a surprising turn of events, the US Justice Department has encouraged federal prosecutors to abandon their corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. The directive, revealed in a memo obtained by CBS, comes from Acting Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove, appointed under Donald Trump. Adams, who faces five counts including bribery and conspiracy, has denied all accusations.
The mayor is alleged to have accepted unlawful campaign funds and high-end travel perks from Turkish business figures in exchange for leveraging his position. While the prosecutors have yet to confirm whether they will follow through with the department's recommendation, any dismissal must receive court approval.
This memo follows discussions between Adams' legal team and federal prosecutors. In a notable shift, the Democrat mayor has been fostering closer ties with Trump’s administration, attending recent presidential events and affirming the city's stance on immigration operations. However, Adams claims he hasn't directly communicated with Trump regarding his current legal troubles. Keep an eye out for updates as this situation unfolds!
