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A federal judge dismissed New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ corruption case on Wednesday, acquiescing to the Justice Department’s extraordinary request to set aside criminal charges so the Democrat cou...
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“As the process moves forward, you’ll see our announcement,” Adams told reporters at City Hall.
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The Justice Department also left open the option to refile the case after the mayoral election in November.

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