Mayor Eric Adams’ case is heading into its final stretch as his trial approaches on April 21, 2025. However, President-elect Donald Trump’s involvement could significantly impact the case’s trajectory. As Trump takes office, he may order his attorney general to withdraw the charges against Adams.
However, this would require permission from the judge handling the case, Dale Ho. The prosecution must also provide a legitimate explanation for dismissing the charges, which is unlikely given the strong evidence against Adams.
Furthermore, prosecutors have already indicated that they plan to add more charges against Adams in a superseding indictment. This could put pressure on the new U.S. attorney, potentially forcing them to take action sooner rather than later.
Trump’s track record of ignoring norms and disregarding conventions suggests that he may not be concerned about the potential fallout from dismissing charges against Adams or other defendants. The question remains whether he will extend this same behavior to other cases.
Experts point out that even if Trump’s attorney general withdraws the case, it would need to be reviewed by the court first. If the judge deems the dismissal unjust, it could lead to a reversal of course.
The politics of pulling the plug on Adams’ case are also complex. While Trump has historically ordered his attorney general to terminate cases against himself and other defendants he feels are being treated unfairly, it is unclear whether this behavior would extend to others like Adams.
As the trial approaches, the dynamics of the case will continue to shift. One thing is certain: President-elect Trump’s involvement could significantly impact the outcome of Mayor Eric Adams’ case.
Source: https://www.thecity.nyc/2024/11/07/eric-adams-donald-trump-pardon