Adams Meets Trump Amid DOJ Case Document Release

New York City Mayor Eric Adams met with President Donald Trump at the White House on Friday to discuss infrastructure, federal funding, and other city priorities. The meeting took place as the Department of Justice faced a deadline to unseal documents related to the controversial dismissal of Adams' federal corruption case, fueling speculation about a potential quid pro quo, which both Adams and DOJ officials have denied. Adams, who withdrew from the Democratic primary and is now running for reelection as an independent, has faced local criticism for his increased cooperation with Trump, including on immigration enforcement at Rikers Island. He maintains that his collaboration is focused on benefiting New Yorkers, rejecting accusations of exchanging political favors for legal leniency. The controversy has triggered significant political fallout, including the resignation of prosecutors and heightened national attention to Adams' relationship with the Trump administration. The newly unsealed documents are expected to provide further insight into the prosecution and Adams' interactions with federal authorities.