**News Report (160 words):**
A federal judge dismissed New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ corruption case on Wednesday, agreeing to the Justice Department’s request to set aside criminal charges so the Democrat could assist with President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown. Judge Dale E. Ho’s order dismisses the case “with prejudice,” preventing prosecutors from reviving it after the upcoming mayoral election. Adams, who pleaded not guilty to bribery and other charges stemming from a 2024 indictment, maintained at a February 19 hearing, “I have not committed a crime.” The decision follows a tumultuous legal battle that unsettled the Justice Department and City Hall, leading several prosecutors and top deputies to resign. Gov. Kathy Hochul, contemplating whether to remove Adams, ultimately opted for new oversight of city government. Former U.S. Solicitor General Paul Clement advised Ho to reject any option to refile the case after the election, ending years of uncertainty just three months before the Democratic primary. The ruling marks a decisive victory for Adams.