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NYC prosecutor resigns after ordered to drop mayor case. Manhattan’s top federal prosecutor, Danielle Sassoon, and five high-ranking Justice Department officials resigned on Feb. 13 after Ms. Sassoon refused an order to drop corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. It’s a stunning escalation in a dayslong standoff over the Trump administration prioritizing political aims over criminal culpability. Ms. Sassoon accused the department of acceding to a “quid pro quo” – namely, dropping the case to ensure Mr. Adams’ help with Mr. Trump’s immigration agenda. She also said she was “confident” the Democratic mayor committed the crimes in his indictment.

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