The Justice Department has had discussions about the future of the corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams.

NEW YORK - Senior Justice Department officials have held discussions with federal prosecutors in Manhattan about the possibility of dropping corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams, a source familiar with the discussions confirmed to CBS News.

An attorney for New York City Mayor Eric Adams has reached out to the Department of Justice seeking to have the case against the mayor dropped, according to two people briefed on the matter.

Eric Adams will undergo "numerous doctors' appointments and medical tests" to address a sudden illness, according to his office.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams is ill and is limiting his public schedule this week as he has medical tests, his office said.

As the federal crackdown on immigration continues​, Mayor Eric Adams has been to testify on NYC's sanctuary city status.

Senior officials under President Trump have talked with prosecutors in Manhattan about the possibility of abandoning the corruption case against New York City’s mayor.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams announces new appointments to enhance his administration's focus on public safety and affordability.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams isn’t feeling so hot these days, according to his administration. The mayor, who just spent time in Washington, D.C., for the inauguration and had a personal meeting with the president-elect days before,

Mayor Eric Adams addressed rampant rumors about resigning from office this week and spoke about immigration concerns.

Fresh off a three-day, health-related break, Mayor Eric Adams dispelled rumors Thursday that he will resign amid reports U.S. prosecutors are considering dropping the corruption case against him.