Trump’s DOJ Could Drop Charges Against Indian Billionaire Gautam Adani—For A Price

BreakingBusinessTrump’s DOJ Could Drop Charges Against Indian Billionaire Gautam Adani—For A PriceByAlison Durkee,Forbes Staff. Alison is a senior news reporter covering US politics and legal news.Follow AuthorMay 14, 2026, 11:55am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.ToplineThe Justice Department is poised to drop criminal charges against Gautam Adani for a promise he will make a heavy investment in U.S. jobs, multiple outlets reported Thursday, potentially ending the yearslong fraud case against the second-richest person in India (and No. 24 on the Forbes Real-Time Billionaires List).Indian billionaire Gautam Adani attends the 51st Gem and Jewellery Awards in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India, on November 30, 2024.NurPhoto via Getty ImagesKey FactsThis story is breaking and will be updated.Got a tip? Share confidential information with Forbes.Editorial StandardsReprints & PermissionsLOADING VIDEO PLAYER...FORBES’ FEATURED Video