US Justice Department says Adani-related case should not have been brought

The U.S. Justice Department says a case involving Adani should never have been brought, arguing that the U.S. role in pursuing the matter is inappropriate and could cause diplomatic strain. In its remarks, the DOJ frames the pursuit as an example of the United States taking on functions beyond its domestic responsibilities, describing such actions as potentially wasting resources that could be directed toward U.S. priorities. The comments characterize the approach as problematic from both a diplomatic and policy standpoint, suggesting that the decision to initiate or continue the case is not justified. The statement does not provide additional detail in the provided excerpts about the underlying allegations or procedural status of the case, but it emphasizes the DOJ’s position that the initiation itself is questionable. The claims are presented as the department’s view of the broader implications of U.S. legal actions with international targets.