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Sassoon’s resignation came after she was reportedly directed by Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove to drop corruption charges against Mayor Adams. Expressing her frustrations and discontent with the directive, Sassoon chose to step down rather than compromise her integrity by abandoning the case. The situation escalated quickly and led to the resignation of five other officials within the Justice Department’s Public Integrity Section, highlighting a significant rift in the department.
Sassoon’s letter of resignation sharply criticized what she viewed as unethical behavior. She accused Mayor Adams of offering improper immigration enforcement assistance in exchange for the dismissal of his case. This serious charge adds a significant layer of complexity to the ongoing political saga.