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Chicago federal prosecutors face serious backlash after dropping charges in an attempted robbery case tied to undercover ATF agents — a move triggered by newly surfaced video evidence that directly contradicted the original complaint. Judge Keri Holleb Hotaling voiced deep concern over the prosecution’s failure to review the footage, which showed inconsistencies with the shooting narrative, and questioned the reliability of the U.S. Attorney’s office and federal agents. The prosecution admitted they hadn’t seen the video until recently, despite prior discussions, and ultimately sought dismissal. While charges were dropped without prejudice — leaving room for future prosecution — the judge has scheduled a July 2 hearing to determine if sanctions should be imposed. This case highlights a troubling breakdown in due diligence and communication, raising serious questions about the integrity of federal investigations.

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