Eric Adams Presses Judge for Ruling on Corruption Case Before Election Deadline

The New York City mayor urges a decision on whether to dismiss charges as the April 3 petition-filing deadline looms for the June primary.

Mayor Eric Adams' legal team has requested Judge Dale Ho to rule quickly on dismissing federal corruption charges before the April 3 deadline to file petitions for the Democratic primary ballot.
Adams is accused of accepting illegal campaign contributions and perks from Turkish nationals in exchange for political favors while serving as Brooklyn borough president.
The Justice Department under President Trump has controversially sought to dismiss the charges, citing Adams' cooperation on immigration policies and reelection concerns, sparking allegations of political interference.
Judge Ho is considering whether to dismiss the charges without prejudice, as the DOJ requested, or with prejudice, as recommended by a court-appointed advisor, which would prevent the charges from being refiled.
The unresolved case has significant implications for Adams' reelection campaign and broader debates over judicial independence and prosecutorial integrity.