Judge to Hear DOJ's Request to Dismiss NYC Mayor Adams' Corruption Case

A federal judge in New York has scheduled a hearing to scrutinize the Justice Department's controversial request to dismiss corruption charges against Mayor Eric Adams. Judge Dale Ho ordered Adams, his legal team, and DOJ prosecutors to explain the rationale behind the dismissal, amid concerns of political influence and internal dissent within the department, including multiple resignations of prosecutors. Acting Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove argued the case should be dropped due to its potential disruption to Adams' governance and compliance with federal immigration policies. Critics are questioning whether the dismissal is politically motivated, given the timing close to the upcoming mayoral race. Additionally, there are calls for a factual inquiry into the DOJ's actions from former U.S. attorneys. New York Governor Kathy Hochul is also considering her options amid the turmoil surrounding Adams' administration.