The Department of Justice, under pressure from Attorney General Bondi and Acting Deputy Attorney General Bove, moved to drop charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. This decision, following the resignations of several federal prosecutors who refused to participate, was explicitly stated to be unrelated to the evidence against Adams. Instead, it is widely seen as a quid pro quo for Adams’ cooperation with the Trump administration’s immigration policies. The dismissal, described by some as an “openly corrupt legal bailout,” could be challenged in court as politically motivated.
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Assistant U.S. Attorney Hagan Scotten resigned from the federal corruption case against Mayor Eric Adams, echoing his predecessor Danielle Sassoon’s concerns about the Department of Justice’s decision to drop the charges. Both prosecutors, who possess conservative backgrounds, criticized the DOJ’s alleged attempt to leverage the prosecution for political gain, specifically for the mayor’s cooperation on immigration enforcement. Scotten’s letter strongly condemned the use of prosecutorial power to influence policy, rejecting any involvement in such actions. The resignations follow reports of a proposed quid pro quo agreement between the mayor’s legal team and the federal government.
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Following a federal indictment against New York City Mayor Eric Adams for evidence destruction and instructing others to lie to the FBI, a Trump-appointed U.S. Attorney, Danielle Sassoon, refused an order to drop the case. Sassoon’s letter revealed that the order, issued by Acting Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove, was based on a quid pro quo suggested by Adams’ legal team, linking dismissal to assistance with the Department’s priorities. Sassoon, citing a rushed process and the existence of further evidence including obstruction conspiracy, resigned rather than comply. The Justice Department’s subsequent attempts to move the case were thwarted by further resignations.
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The Department of Justice, under the Trump administration, dropped corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. This decision, detailed in a letter from Acting Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove, falsely claimed the charges stemmed from the Biden administration. Instead, the dismissal is linked to Adams’ cooperation with the Trump administration’s deportation policies, creating a clear quid pro quo. The charges were dropped without prejudice, leaving the possibility of reinstatement, effectively making Adams beholden to the Trump administration. This act constitutes a severe abuse of power, leaving New York City with a mayor beholden to the federal government.
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Donald Trump’s inaugural committee is projected to surpass previous fundraising records, potentially exceeding $150 million. This fundraising includes significant contributions from corporations that previously condemned the January 6th insurrection. These donations appear transactional, with Trump reportedly inquiring about specific corporate contributions and implying repercussions for non-donors. The committee, organized as a non-profit, offers various perks to high-dollar donors, including exclusive events and access to Trump and his administration. While donors remain undisclosed for some time, the influx of corporate money signals a strategic effort to secure favor with the incoming administration.
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A top aide to Donald Trump, Boris Epshteyn, stands accused of soliciting substantial sums of money from individuals vying for Cabinet positions. The alleged quid pro quo involved Epshteyn requesting $100,000 in exchange for his support and influence in securing these high-level roles within the incoming administration. This revelation raises serious concerns about potential corruption and ethical breaches at the highest levels of government.
The accusations against Epshteyn are particularly alarming given his prominent position within the Trump organization. He’s been a senior advisor since the 2016 campaign, playing a key role in Trump’s legal defense and gaining influence within the transition team.… Continue reading
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