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Trayon White Won Reelection to the DC Council. His Federal Bribery Case is Ongoing. What Happens Next? - Washingtonian

Trayon White's election victory raises concerns about his ability to serve amid ongoing bribery charges.

Menendez, in Defiant Speech, Says Bribery Case Against Him Is Baseless'

Senator Menendez denies charges of accepting bribes and accuses the Justice Department of targeting him in a smear campaign.
He warns his colleagues that they could be next and criticizes the government's approach as potentially criminalizing advocating for foreign governments.

NY jail workers and officers pocketed bribes to sneak weed to inmates: prosecutors

Westchester County jail employees arraigned on bribery charges for smuggling contraband to inmates.

Trayon White Won Reelection to the DC Council. His Federal Bribery Case is Ongoing. What Happens Next? - Washingtonian

Trayon White's election victory raises concerns about his ability to serve amid ongoing bribery charges.

Menendez, in Defiant Speech, Says Bribery Case Against Him Is Baseless'

Senator Menendez denies charges of accepting bribes and accuses the Justice Department of targeting him in a smear campaign.
He warns his colleagues that they could be next and criticizes the government's approach as potentially criminalizing advocating for foreign governments.

NY jail workers and officers pocketed bribes to sneak weed to inmates: prosecutors

Westchester County jail employees arraigned on bribery charges for smuggling contraband to inmates.
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Mayor Adams set to go on trial in historic federal corruption case in April

Mayor Eric Adams' corruption trial is set for April 21, 2025, potentially impacting his re-election bid against Democratic challengers.

Divisions Emerge Over Whether N.Y.C. Mayor Eric Adams Should Resign

Division among New York City's leaders over Mayor Eric Adams' potential resignation amidst ongoing bribery and fraud charges.
Calls for resignation contrast with support from some editorial boards and business leaders.

Mayor Adams set to go on trial in historic federal corruption case in April

Mayor Eric Adams' corruption trial is set for April 21, 2025, potentially impacting his re-election bid against Democratic challengers.

Divisions Emerge Over Whether N.Y.C. Mayor Eric Adams Should Resign

Division among New York City's leaders over Mayor Eric Adams' potential resignation amidst ongoing bribery and fraud charges.
Calls for resignation contrast with support from some editorial boards and business leaders.
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Adams suffers in mayoral polls as Cuomo, James carry support

A majority of New Yorkers support Mayor Adams' resignation amid bribery allegations and decreased approval ratings.

Exclusive | NY senator who served as Adams' top lawyer is 'hypocrite' for calling on mayor to resign: sources

Sen. Gounardes' call for Mayor Adams' resignation highlights a significant political hypocrisy considering his prior legal advisory role.

Fed agents raid NYPD office where top Adams officials work: sources

Mayor Adams faces serious legal challenges due to bribery and wire fraud allegations connected to his administration and the NYPD.

Adams suffers in mayoral polls as Cuomo, James carry support

A majority of New Yorkers support Mayor Adams' resignation amid bribery allegations and decreased approval ratings.

Exclusive | NY senator who served as Adams' top lawyer is 'hypocrite' for calling on mayor to resign: sources

Sen. Gounardes' call for Mayor Adams' resignation highlights a significant political hypocrisy considering his prior legal advisory role.

Fed agents raid NYPD office where top Adams officials work: sources

Mayor Adams faces serious legal challenges due to bribery and wire fraud allegations connected to his administration and the NYPD.
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Prosecutors may bring additional charges against Eric Adams

Mayor Eric Adams faces a corruption case that could expand with more charges and co-defendants as prosecutors pursue ongoing investigations.

The Adams indictment: More charges could come against mayor and aides, feds say | amNewYork

Mayor Eric Adams may face additional criminal charges linked to his current federal indictment, as prosecutors believe other co-conspirators will also be implicated.

Eric Adams requests hearing on alleged secrecy violations in bribery case

Eric Adams' lawyers contest alleged secrecy violations by prosecutors, arguing public prejudgment due to media leaks.

Adams doesn't shy away from Trump support amid indictment - as he hires lawyer from former prez's White House

Mayor Eric Adams welcomes support from all Americans, including Trump, as he faces federal bribery charges relating to campaign fund misuse.

Another top aide to New York City mayor quits in wake of corruption indictment

Timothy Pearson's resignation underscores growing scrutiny in the corruption case against Mayor Eric Adams, amid ongoing federal investigations.

Did Sabrina Carpenter Really Get NYC Mayor Eric Adams Indicted? An Investigation.

Sabrina Carpenter jokingly claimed responsibility for Mayor Eric Adams's indictment, emphasizing the indirect connection through the church used for her music video.

Prosecutors may bring additional charges against Eric Adams

Mayor Eric Adams faces a corruption case that could expand with more charges and co-defendants as prosecutors pursue ongoing investigations.

The Adams indictment: More charges could come against mayor and aides, feds say | amNewYork

Mayor Eric Adams may face additional criminal charges linked to his current federal indictment, as prosecutors believe other co-conspirators will also be implicated.

Eric Adams requests hearing on alleged secrecy violations in bribery case

Eric Adams' lawyers contest alleged secrecy violations by prosecutors, arguing public prejudgment due to media leaks.

Adams doesn't shy away from Trump support amid indictment - as he hires lawyer from former prez's White House

Mayor Eric Adams welcomes support from all Americans, including Trump, as he faces federal bribery charges relating to campaign fund misuse.

Another top aide to New York City mayor quits in wake of corruption indictment

Timothy Pearson's resignation underscores growing scrutiny in the corruption case against Mayor Eric Adams, amid ongoing federal investigations.

Did Sabrina Carpenter Really Get NYC Mayor Eric Adams Indicted? An Investigation.

Sabrina Carpenter jokingly claimed responsibility for Mayor Eric Adams's indictment, emphasizing the indirect connection through the church used for her music video.
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Real estate developer convicted alongside New Jersey Sen. pleads guilty to bank fraud

Fred Daibes pleaded guilty to bank fraud, falsely claiming another person was the borrower on a $1.8 million loan.
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Menendez Jurors Hear Audio and See Texts From Seized Phones

Senator Menendez's corruption trial included evidence of a romantic relationship and an alleged bribery conspiracy.

With Robert Menendez Indicted, His Children Feel Spotlight's Glare

Senator Menendez faced bribery charges
Family members seemed unaware of impending news storm
Ms. Menendez hosted a gala celebrating Latino leaders

Menendez Leaves Re-Election Plans Murky, But Dormant Campaign Gives Hints

Senator Menendez refuses to resign amidst bribery charges and remains undecided about seeking re-election as rumors swirl around his political future.

Menendez Jurors Hear Audio and See Texts From Seized Phones

Senator Menendez's corruption trial included evidence of a romantic relationship and an alleged bribery conspiracy.

With Robert Menendez Indicted, His Children Feel Spotlight's Glare

Senator Menendez faced bribery charges
Family members seemed unaware of impending news storm
Ms. Menendez hosted a gala celebrating Latino leaders

Menendez Leaves Re-Election Plans Murky, But Dormant Campaign Gives Hints

Senator Menendez refuses to resign amidst bribery charges and remains undecided about seeking re-election as rumors swirl around his political future.
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Republican Navy Veteran Will Face Henry Cuellar in South Texas

The Republican nomination winner, Jay Furman, challenges incumbent Henry Cuellar in a closely watched Texas election, with increased favorable odds due to Cuellar's recent indictment.
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Defense Blames Senator Menendez's Wife as Bribery Trial Starts

Blame for bribery charges on Senator Menendez placed on his wife, who hid her dire finances and source of income from him.

The GOP's Strange Silence on an Indicted Democrat

Republicans are hesitating to criticize a Democrat charged with bribery and acting as a foreign agent, possibly due to concerns about drawing attention to their own leader's legal issues.

Defense Blames Senator Menendez's Wife as Bribery Trial Starts

Blame for bribery charges on Senator Menendez placed on his wife, who hid her dire finances and source of income from him.

The GOP's Strange Silence on an Indicted Democrat

Republicans are hesitating to criticize a Democrat charged with bribery and acting as a foreign agent, possibly due to concerns about drawing attention to their own leader's legal issues.
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Attempt to remove judge in suspended Miami-Dade commissioner's corruption trial denied

An appeals court denied an attempt to remove the judge overseeing Joe Martinez's public corruption trial.

Judge Refuses to Dismiss Charges Against Menendez on Grounds of Immunity

Judge refused to dismiss bribery charges against Senator Menendez based on constitutional protections for members of Congress
Mr. Menendez's trial may be delayed due to the potential appeal of the ruling

Attempt to remove judge in suspended Miami-Dade commissioner's corruption trial denied

An appeals court denied an attempt to remove the judge overseeing Joe Martinez's public corruption trial.

Judge Refuses to Dismiss Charges Against Menendez on Grounds of Immunity

Judge refused to dismiss bribery charges against Senator Menendez based on constitutional protections for members of Congress
Mr. Menendez's trial may be delayed due to the potential appeal of the ruling
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Nadine Menendez Reveals Serious Medical' Issue and Asks for Trial Delay

Nadine Menendez requests trial delay due to medical condition requiring surgery and recovery.
Trial involving Menendez and others accused of bribery, facing complications with separate trials and legal issues.

Former Bank of China chairman indicted for bribery in nation's long-running anticorruption drive

Former Bank of China chairman indicted on bribery charges
Xi Jinping's anticorruption drive continues to target officials

Prosecutors Are Trying to Sell You a Story, Menendez Lawyer Tells Jury

Senator Robert Menendez's lawyer accuses prosecutors of building a case on half-truths and unsupported inferences.

Five NY jail workers charged in bribery scheme that included corrections officers: prosecutors

A crew of Westchester County Jail workers faced bribery charges in a crackdown, affecting safety and trust.
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