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Governor Hochul Considers Removing NYC Mayor Amid Turmoil

Governor Hochul contemplates removing Mayor Adams amid controversies and resignations in his administration.

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Top Federal Prosecutor Resigns Amid Dispute Over Government Contract

Resignation of top supervisor in federal prosecutors' office in Washington due to disagreements over government contract directives and legal authority issues.

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Trump Administration Warns Of Damage To Presidency In Watchdog Case

The Trump administration appeals to the Supreme Court over a court order halting the dismissal of a government watchdog by President Trump, raising concern...

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How Should the District Court Evaluate the Motion to Dismiss the Charges Against Mayor Adams?

Under existing Second Circuit caselaw, the district court will almost certainly need to approve the motion to dismiss. But existing Circuit law fails to take into account the Crime Victims Rights Act. And there may be a "victim" who rights are being ignored: New York City.

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A comprehensive look at DOGE's firings and layoffs so far

Thousands of federal government employees have been shown the door in the first month of President Donald Trump’s administration

The Independent UK

Trump's Expansive View Of Presidential Power Challenged In Supreme Court

President Trump's legal battles and use of Supreme Court immunity raise questions on presidential power and accountability.

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Justice Department and New York City mayor face judge's scrutiny in bid to dismiss criminal charges

Justice Department lawyers and New York City Mayor Eric Adams are set to face a federal judge who is signaling that he's unlikely to rubber stamp their request to drop corruption charges weeks before an April trial

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There Was No Quid Pro Quo in the Mayor Adams Case. Period.

So say Mayor Adams's distinguished defense attorneys in a letter to the district court filed earlier today. And they offer to say so under oath.

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Fired Government Ethics Watchdog Urges Supreme Court To Reject Appeal

Fired government ethics official urges Supreme Court to reject Trump administration's appeal over his termination.

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Federal Judge To Consider Dismissing Corruption Charges Against NYC Mayor

Federal judge to review dismissal of corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams, sparking controversy and calls for investigation.

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Eric Adams's Corruption Case Dismissal Shows 'Overwhelming Evidence' of 'Quid Pro Quo': Former Watergate Prosecutor

A former Watergate prosecutor urged the judge overseeing Eric Adams's corruption case to further investigate the Justice Department's dismissal request.

Latin Times

Judge sets Wednesday hearing in motion to dismiss case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams

A federal judge has scheduled a Wednesday hearing in the prosecution of New York City Mayor Eric Adams, ordering lawyers to address the reasons why the Justice Department asked to dismiss corruption charges and the “scope and effect” of the mayor's consent

The Independent UK

The Motion to Dismiss the Charges Against Mayor Adams Is Easily Supportable

The Justice Department's decision to seek dismissal of the pending charges seems like standard fare in plea bargaining and helps to support a top Administration policy.

Reason

Former Watergate Prosecutor Urges Special Counsel In Mayor's Case

Former Watergate prosecutor recommends special counsel in Mayor Eric Adams case amid concerns over public interest representation and calls for thorough in...

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Ex-Watergate prosecutor urges judge to reject request to drop charges against NYC mayor

A former Watergate prosecutor has urged the federal judge presiding over the prosecution of New York City Mayor Eric Adams to assign a special counsel to help decide how to handle the Justice Department's request to drop charges

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Justice Department Under Fire For Alleged Political Interference

Controversial actions by the Justice Department raise concerns about political interference and departmental integrity.

Latin Times

'I Think That's Ridiculous': Trump Border Czar Tom Homan Denies Eric Adams Quid Pro Quo Allegations

Trump-appointed Border Czar Tom Homan denied accusations that the Trump administration's Department of Justice dismissed federal corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams in exchange for Adams' cooperation on new immigration-related measures.

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President Trump Appeals To Supreme Court Over Ethics Watchdog Firing

President Trump seeks Supreme Court intervention in legal battle over firing of ethics watchdog agency head.

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Google Is Big. Does That Make It a Monopoly?

To understand the federal government's case against Google Search, you need to understand the different visions over monopoly and government power.

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DOJ In Crisis Over Resignations Amid Corruption Case Controversy

The Justice Department faces a crisis over the decision to halt prosecution of NYC Mayor Eric Adams, raising concerns of political interference.

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Justice Department Dismisses Case Against NYC Mayor Eric Adams

The Justice Department's dismissal of corruption charges against Mayor Eric Adams raises concerns about leadership and loyalty within the department.

Latin Times

Full List of Prosecutors Who Have Resigned Following Trump's Attorney General's Order to Dismiss Eric Adams' Indictment

At least seven federal prosecutors have resigned in protest after Trump's Attorney General ordered the dismissal of corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams, with accusations of political interference.

The Independent UK

Justice Department asks court to drop corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams

The move, which comes after Adams was accused of cozying up to Trump, was expected but fiercely opposed by the federal prosecutors in Manhattan who brought the case

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DOJ Moves To Drop Corruption Case Against NYC Mayor Eric Adams

DOJ requests dismissal of corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams amid internal disagreements and resignations.

The Independent UK

DOJ leader Emil Bove pushed other lawyers to drop Eric Adams case. Why didn’t he just do it himself?

The official in the Justice Department sent federal prosecutors in Manhattan and Washington, D.C., in a tailspin this week after demanding someone sign off on a motion to dismiss the criminal case against Eric Adams

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