Judge Blocks DOJ’s Attempt to Drop Eric Adams Case, Appoints Conservative Attorney to Fight Dismissal

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🔴 UPDATE: February 21, 2025

Judge Vacates Eric Adams Trial but Appoints Conservative Attorney to Fight DOJ’s Case Dismissal

In a stunning rebuke to the Trump-aligned Justice Department, a federal judge has vacated the upcoming corruption trial for New York City Mayor Eric Adams—but has refused to dismiss the charges outright. Instead, U.S. District Judge Dale Ho has taken the extraordinary step of appointing former U.S. Solicitor General Paul Clement, a conservative legal heavyweight, to present arguments against the DOJ’s move to drop the case.

🚨 Key Developments:

• DOJ’s Attempt to Drop the Case Blocked – The Trump administration’s Justice Department abruptly moved to dismiss all charges against Adams, sparking outrage among federal prosecutors and leading to multiple resignations within the DOJ.

• Judge Keeps the Case Alive – While the trial date has been vacated, Judge Ho is refusing to let the DOJ’s interference kill the case, instead appointing Paul Clement to argue in favor of continuing the prosecution.

• Adams Still Facing Corruption Allegations – Adams is accused of accepting over $100,000 in illegal campaign contributions and gifts from Turkish nationals during his time as Brooklyn borough president—charges he has denied.

🔍 Consequences:

• Judicial Check on DOJ Interference – The DOJ’s move to drop the case was widely seen as politically motivated, and Judge Ho’s decision ensures that the case won’t be buried without scrutiny.

• Conservative Attorney Now Leading Prosecution Argument – Paul Clement’s appointment adds legitimacy to the argument that the DOJ’s dismissal request lacks legal merit, setting up a potential courtroom battle over prosecutorial independence.

• More Legal Turmoil Ahead – With Adams’ top deputies resigning and New York Governor Kathy Hochul considering increased state oversight, this case is far from over—and could turn into a landmark fight over DOJ corruption under Trump.

📌 Sources:

• AP News: Judge cancels trial for New York City Mayor Eric Adams but leaves corruption charges intact for now

• Reuters: Judge declines to immediately dismiss Eric Adams corruption case, delays trial

• Wall Street Journal: Judge Holds Off on Dismissing Case Against New York Mayor Eric Adams

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