In this episode of the Bloomberg Law Radio, former federal prosecutor Robert Mintz discusses the dismissal of the controversial corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams by a federal judge, putting a permanent end to the series of events that caused discord within the Justice Department. Continue Reading
NYC Mayor Closer to Having Case Tossed
In the ongoing case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams, Judge Dale Ho has appointed former US Solicitor General Paul Clement to advise on how to handle the motion to dismiss, believing the argument for dismissal is one-sided. Former federal prosecutor Robert Mintz discusses Clement’s recommendation that Continue Reading
Bloomberg Law: SCOTUS Greatest Fear & Adams Turmoil
In another unexpected twist, the federal judge handling the corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams refused to dismiss the case and instead ordered a hearing where he questioned the DOJ about the reasons for the controversial dismissal request. Robert Mintz, a former federal Continue Reading
Weekend Law: Crisis As Prosecutors Quit & Trump Losses
Former federal prosecutor Robert Mintz discusses the explosive accusations that led to the Acting U.S. Attorney in Manhattan and a string of federal prosecutors resigning rather than carry out a DOJ directive to dismiss the corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. Continue Reading
NYC Mayor Off the Hook
In a highly unusual move, the DOJ directed Manhattan prosecutors to dismiss criminal charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. Robert Mintz spoke with Bloomberg Law Radio about the controversial decision and what it may mean for other political corruption cases. Continue Reading
Trump Will Get No Jail Time, Fine or Probation in Hush Money Case
Last week, a New York state justice handed down a no-penalty sentence to President-elect Trump in the hush money case against him. Robert Mintz spoke with Global News Canada to discuss the sentencing and what the President-elect’s defense team may do next. Continue Reading
A Port Strike Still Looms, Threatening More Disruption and Higher Prices
Ron Leibman, chair of McCarter’s Transportation, Logistics & Supply Chain Management Practice, spoke with NJ Spotlight News in an on-air interview about the potential impact of a renewed strike by the International Longshoremen’s Association. The strike that began in October lasted just three Continue Reading
NY Judge Refuses to Dismiss Trump Hush Money Conviction
In the first ever application of the Supreme Court’s controversial presidential immunity decision, a New York judge has refused to dismiss President-elect Trump’s hush money conviction. Robert Mintz breaks down the decision in this Bloomberg Law Radio interview. Continue Reading
Longshoreman Suspend Strike, Reach Tentative Agreement
Ron Leibman, chair of McCarter’s Transportation, Logistics & Supply Chain Management Practice, speaks with NJ Spotlight News in an on-air interview regarding the dockworkers’ suspended strike. The three-day strike, which led back ups at US ports, is now on hold following a tentative agreement. Continue Reading
Trump Classified Documents Case Thrown Out
In a controversial decision, the federal judge in the classified documents prosecution against former President Trump has thrown out the case, deviating from 25 years of legal precedent in finding that the appointment of Special Counsel Jack Smith violated the U.S. Constitution. Robert Mintz Continue Reading