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The dismissal also turns the page on a divisive internal battle between the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York, often called the "Sovereig...
From Newsday
Adams has been charged with conspiracy, fraud, soliciting illegal campaign contributions, and bribery. He denies any wrongdoing.
From BBC
The spectacle of it all has perhaps irreparably damaged Mr. Adams’s standing with New Yorkers, most of whom are not particularly fond of Mr. Trump.
From The New York Times

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