#Abuse of power

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Above the Law
13 hours ago
Law

Judge Removed After Trying To Beat Prosecutors At Their Own Job, Etc.

Commission on Judicial Performance in California removes Judge Tony R. Mallery for multiple counts of misconduct. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
New York City

Former Met Police officer branded the devil' as he is jailed over multiple rapes

Former Metropolitan Police officer Cliff Mitchell jailed for life for multiple counts of rape, described by victims as 'the devil'. Victims' traumatic experiences highlight abuse of power and betrayal. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
New York City

A D.A. Was Caught Speeding. Her Outburst Earned Her More Than a Ticket.

The Monroe County district attorney was involved in a traffic incident where she refused to stop for speeding, raising questions about potential abuse of power. [ more ]
Streetsblog
1 week ago
New York City

Monday's Headlines: Placard Privilege Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Entitlement and abuse of power displayed by a District Attorney during a traffic stop highlights disregard for rules and authority. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
New York City

Opinion | Harvey Weinstein and the Limits of She Said, She Said, She Said'

The Weinstein case overturning highlights the complexities of justice in cases involving powerful individuals. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
1 week ago
JavaScript

Clarence Thomas Kicks Off Trump Immunity Hearing By Saying Past Presidents Have Been Part Of Coups Without Prosecution

Presidents should not have immunity from committing serious crimes like treason, sedition, and election fraud.
The Constitution does not provide blanket criminal immunity for the president but allows for checks on abuses of power. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

NY's Hochul, Heastie 'abused' power to party in Buffalo Bills luxury suite: complaint

Gov. Kathy Hochul and top NY Democrats accused of using luxury suite at Bills stadium for private party.
Accusations of abuse of power by securing VIP luxury suite for personal benefit during game against Cowboys. [ more ]
BKReader
1 month ago
NYC politics

Mayor Adams Accused of Sexually Assaulting a Woman in 1993

Woman sues NYC Mayor Eric Adams for alleged 1993 sexual assault.
Lawsuit filed under Adult Survivors Act for sexual assault claims. [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Mayor Eric Adams faces lawsuit alleging 1993 sexual assault

Lawsuit against Mayor Eric Adams for sexual assault in 1993
Allegations of abuse of power and assault by Eric Adams [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

GP prescribed vulnerable patient anti-depressants after starting sexual relationship

Doctor jailed for sexual relationship with vulnerable patient.
Doctor gave personal number and prescribed medication while in a sexual relationship with patient. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Met rapist told victim nobody would believe her because he was a police officer

Former police officer Cliff Mitchell convicted of multiple rape counts, told victim she wouldn't be believed due to his position in the force.
Mitchell found guilty of ten counts of rape and other serious charges, described as using 'brazen abuse of power' by the police. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
5 months ago
US politics

Trump raises new alarms, saying he wouldn't be a 'dictator' except on 'Day One'

Donald Trump refuses to answer whether he would abuse power if reelected.
Trump refers to himself as a dictator, but only on 'Day One'. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
US politics

Trump tells Hannity he will be a dictator only on day one' if elected president

Former president Donald Trump declined to rule out abusing power if he returns to the White House
Trump's campaign rhetoric and plans for a second term have alarmed Democrats [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
US news

George Santos Reveals One Truth: It's Easy to Abuse Campaign Finance Laws

Campaign finance laws have eroded and the oversight of watchdogs has been weakened, leaving the system open to abuse and manipulation.
George Santos is an extreme example of the issues in campaign finance, taking advantage of the under-regulation of money in elections. [ more ]
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