Breaking news: Justice Dept. seeks dismissal of Eric Adams’s corruption case

The New York mayor had been indicted on bribery charges.

View in browser Feb. 10, 2025, 7:01 p.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Pool photo by Alexander Drago Justice Dept. Seeks Dismissal of Federal Corruption Case Against Adams The department claimed the indictment of Mayor Eric Adams of New York came too close to the 2025 Democratic mayoral primary and limited his ability to cooperate in President Trump's immigration crackdown. Read more More coverage President Trump has mused about a third term over and over again. → President Trump has ordered the Treasury secretary to stop minting pennies. → Will a Time magazine cover drive a wedge between President Trump and Elon Musk? → How could the National Weather Service change under President Trump? → Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018