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In a significant legal development, U.S. District Judge Dale Ho has dismissed the federal corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. The decision, issued on April 2, 2025, brings an end to a high-profile case that has captivated public attention and sparked extensive political debate.
The charges, unsealed in September 2024, accused Mayor Adams of engaging in a decade-long scheme involving bribery, wire fraud, and the solicitation of illegal foreign campaign contributions. Specifically, Adams was alleged to have accepted substantial overseas travel benefits and campaign donations from Turkish officials and businesspeople in exchange for leveraging. . .
