US judge drops bribery and fraud case against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani
The judge, however, criticised the way the Justice Department decided to drop the case.
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"Throughout this challenging period, our faith in truth, fairness and the rule of law remained unwavering."
— Gautam Adani , Executive
"The irregularities in the decision to dismiss the indictment are concerning."
— Nicholas Garaufis , Other
Key People
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Indian billionaire businessman.
Nicholas Garaufis is a US District Judge who presided over the case against Gautam Adani.
Robert J Giuffra Jr is co-chair of the US law firm Sullivan & Cromwell and a personal lawyer to President Donald Trump.
R Trent McCotter is the principal associate deputy attorney general involved in the dismissal of the case.
Sagar Adani is the nephew of Gautam Adani and was involved in a separate SEC settlement.
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The judge, however, criticised the way the Justice Department decided to drop the case.
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