Myrie sent a direct appeal to Judge Ho, urging him to reject the DOJ’s dismissal request and appoint a special prosecutor to continue the case.
The judge’s chambers have yet to confirm whether the letter has been received, and as of Tuesday afternoon, it had not appeared on the court docket.
What’s Next for Adams?
While Adams is publicly celebrating the DOJ’s decision, the legal and political fallout is far from over. With ongoing scrutiny and the looming possibility of reinstated charges, the mayor remains in the crosshairs of both prosecutors and political opponents.
For now, Adams insists it’s time to “move forward”—but the specter of scandal may continue to shadow his administration.
