DOJ Orders Prosecutors To Drop Case Against NYC Mayor

The DOJ argues that the case is interfering with the mayor's ability to aid President Trump's crackdown on illegal immigration.

The Justice Department ordered federal prosecutors to drop charges against the New York City mayor.

The criminal case against Eric Adams involves allegations that he accepted illegal campaign contributions and lavish travel perks worth more than $100,000.

The DOJ argues that the case is interfering with the mayor’s ability to aid President Trump’s crackdown on illegal immigration. The agency added, the case is impacting Adam’s ability to assist in the administration’s law-and-order priorities.

It was also said the move is not based on the strength of evidence, but the case has been brought too close to Adams reelection campaign.

Prosecutors have been directed to dismiss the bribery charges immediately.