Adams’ exit from the Democratic party comes one day after a federal judge dismissed the corruption case against him.

A federal judge dismissed New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ corruption case on Wednesday, agreeing it was the only practical outcome while blasting the Justice Department’s “troubling” rationale for wanting the charges thrown out — namely so the Democrat could help President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams’ corruption case was dismissed “with prejudice,” preventing future prosecution. The Justice Department dropped charges as Adams aligned with Trump’s immigration efforts. Adams, who had faced bribery allegations,