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Martin-Lewis, NYC Mayor's Closest Advisor, is Indicted For Bribery

Mayor Eric Adams' advisor Ingrid Lewis-Martin and her son are indicted for bribery involving over $100,000 from real estate investors.

Sheng Thao and partner Andre Jones sought more than $300,000 in bribes, feds allege

Former Oakland Mayor and associates indicted for bribery in a pay-to-play scheme related to city contracts.

Feds say they uncovered 'additional criminal conduct' by NYC Mayor Eric Adams in historic federal case

Federal prosecutors allege new criminal conduct by Mayor Eric Adams amid an ongoing bribery and corruption investigation.

Who is Co-Conspirator 1? All signs point to Oakland political operative who survived attempted hit last June

The federal indictment links Oakland's ex-mayor to corruption schemes involving unnamed co-conspirators and potential election manipulation.

'Higher-ups are in our pocket' - An aviation giant with billions in military contracts admits to bribing officials in Nepal and South Africa

Bribery schemes undermine lawful business operations and consumer trust, prompting law enforcement to actively pursue corrupt practices.

Four juvenile center employees plead guilty to taking bribes and smuggling contraband

Former employees at Crossroads Juvenile Center accepted bribes and smuggled contraband, jeopardizing the safety of residents and staff.
Corruption in juvenile detention facilities continues to be a significant concern for law enforcement.

Martin-Lewis, NYC Mayor's Closest Advisor, is Indicted For Bribery

Mayor Eric Adams' advisor Ingrid Lewis-Martin and her son are indicted for bribery involving over $100,000 from real estate investors.

Sheng Thao and partner Andre Jones sought more than $300,000 in bribes, feds allege

Former Oakland Mayor and associates indicted for bribery in a pay-to-play scheme related to city contracts.

Feds say they uncovered 'additional criminal conduct' by NYC Mayor Eric Adams in historic federal case

Federal prosecutors allege new criminal conduct by Mayor Eric Adams amid an ongoing bribery and corruption investigation.

Who is Co-Conspirator 1? All signs point to Oakland political operative who survived attempted hit last June

The federal indictment links Oakland's ex-mayor to corruption schemes involving unnamed co-conspirators and potential election manipulation.

'Higher-ups are in our pocket' - An aviation giant with billions in military contracts admits to bribing officials in Nepal and South Africa

Bribery schemes undermine lawful business operations and consumer trust, prompting law enforcement to actively pursue corrupt practices.

Four juvenile center employees plead guilty to taking bribes and smuggling contraband

Former employees at Crossroads Juvenile Center accepted bribes and smuggled contraband, jeopardizing the safety of residents and staff.
Corruption in juvenile detention facilities continues to be a significant concern for law enforcement.
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#legal-proceedings

Bribery, Fraud Charges Dropped Against Former NY Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin After Key Witness Dies

Prosecutors dropped charges against Brian Benjamin after the death of a key cooperating witness, making it impossible to prove their case.

Adams Expected to Return to Federal Court on Wednesday

Eric Adams faces serious bribery and fraud charges, marking a historic indictment for a sitting New York City mayor.

Prosecutors Seek 15-Year Sentence for Menendez's Bribery Conviction

Former Senator Robert Menendez faces at least 15 years in prison for bribery, marking a historic conviction for corrupt behavior in U.S. politics.

Federal Grand Jury Has Heard More Evidence in Case Against Mayor Adams

Federal prosecutors are seeking additional charges against Mayor Eric Adams, highlighting ongoing investigations into corruption allegations.

Federal prosecutors ask judge to deny Adams' request to toss bribery charge | amNewYork

Federal prosecutors claim Mayor Adams' alleged conduct of accepting foreign gifts amounts to bribery.

Brooklyn real estate magnate pleads guilty to funneling illegal donations to NYC mayor

A Brooklyn real estate magnate pleaded guilty to funneling illegal campaign contributions to Mayor Eric Adams through straw donations.

Bribery, Fraud Charges Dropped Against Former NY Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin After Key Witness Dies

Prosecutors dropped charges against Brian Benjamin after the death of a key cooperating witness, making it impossible to prove their case.

Adams Expected to Return to Federal Court on Wednesday

Eric Adams faces serious bribery and fraud charges, marking a historic indictment for a sitting New York City mayor.

Prosecutors Seek 15-Year Sentence for Menendez's Bribery Conviction

Former Senator Robert Menendez faces at least 15 years in prison for bribery, marking a historic conviction for corrupt behavior in U.S. politics.

Federal Grand Jury Has Heard More Evidence in Case Against Mayor Adams

Federal prosecutors are seeking additional charges against Mayor Eric Adams, highlighting ongoing investigations into corruption allegations.

Federal prosecutors ask judge to deny Adams' request to toss bribery charge | amNewYork

Federal prosecutors claim Mayor Adams' alleged conduct of accepting foreign gifts amounts to bribery.

Brooklyn real estate magnate pleads guilty to funneling illegal donations to NYC mayor

A Brooklyn real estate magnate pleaded guilty to funneling illegal campaign contributions to Mayor Eric Adams through straw donations.
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#sheng-thao

Sheng Thao (and Her Boyfriend) Indicted on Eight Federal Counts of Bribery and Corruption

Sheng Thao faces serious federal charges including bribery and fraud, linked to a corruption scheme involving political donors in Oakland.

Money buys everything': Feds unmask bribery network that allegedly controlled Oakland's government in secret

Oakland's former mayor and others indicted for alleged bribery scheme that influenced local government contracts and election integrity.

Full indictment: The case against Oakland ex-mayor Sheng Thao

Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao is accused of involvement in a bribery scheme affecting city governance, alongside her partner and waste company owners.

Sheng Thao (and Her Boyfriend) Indicted on Eight Federal Counts of Bribery and Corruption

Sheng Thao faces serious federal charges including bribery and fraud, linked to a corruption scheme involving political donors in Oakland.

Money buys everything': Feds unmask bribery network that allegedly controlled Oakland's government in secret

Oakland's former mayor and others indicted for alleged bribery scheme that influenced local government contracts and election integrity.

Full indictment: The case against Oakland ex-mayor Sheng Thao

Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao is accused of involvement in a bribery scheme affecting city governance, alongside her partner and waste company owners.
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4 plead guilty in US government tech procurement fraud

Four defendants pleaded guilty to procurement fraud costing taxpayers $1.3 million.
Bribery and bid-rigging schemes involved in federal IT contracts revealed.
Ongoing investigation into IT procurement misuse by manufacturers and consultants.
#legal-issues

Brooklyn real estate magnate pleads guilty to conspiring to funnel illegal donations to NYC mayor

Brooklyn real estate magnate pleads guilty to funneling illegal campaign contributions to Mayor Eric Adams, implicating him in a bribery scheme.

Former Commerce official admits to $120K parking lot kickback scheme

A former city manager secretly pleaded guilty to accepting bribes for city property use, revealing a significant public corruption issue.

Stoneham police officer, brother, plead guilty on bribery charges

Two brothers pleaded guilty to a massive wire fraud scheme involving bribery for federal contracts.
The fraud scheme involved a substantial sum of money secured through illegal means.

Brooklyn real estate magnate pleads guilty to conspiring to funnel illegal donations to NYC mayor

Brooklyn real estate magnate pleads guilty to funneling illegal campaign contributions to Mayor Eric Adams, implicating him in a bribery scheme.

Former Commerce official admits to $120K parking lot kickback scheme

A former city manager secretly pleaded guilty to accepting bribes for city property use, revealing a significant public corruption issue.

Stoneham police officer, brother, plead guilty on bribery charges

Two brothers pleaded guilty to a massive wire fraud scheme involving bribery for federal contracts.
The fraud scheme involved a substantial sum of money secured through illegal means.
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#law-enforcement

Medieval Police Chiefs: When Justice Was for Sale - Medievalists.net

Police corruption in the medieval world often led to injustice and the manipulation of cases.
Bribery and collusion were rampant within the law enforcement of the time.

Bay Area prison officer sentenced for accepting bribes to smuggle cell phones into facility

A former employee at California Medical Facility was sentenced to over two years in prison for accepting bribes to smuggle contraband into prison.

Medieval Police Chiefs: When Justice Was for Sale - Medievalists.net

Police corruption in the medieval world often led to injustice and the manipulation of cases.
Bribery and collusion were rampant within the law enforcement of the time.

Bay Area prison officer sentenced for accepting bribes to smuggle cell phones into facility

A former employee at California Medical Facility was sentenced to over two years in prison for accepting bribes to smuggle contraband into prison.
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#new-york-city

Mayor Adams Steadfast on His Innocence After Federal Indictment

Mayor Eric Adams maintains his innocence after federal charges, asserting he will not resign and can continue his role effectively despite serious allegations.

Did the Mayor's Top Aide Throw It All Away for Her Son's Chick-fil-A?

A city official was indicted for bribery involving real estate project approvals, raising concerns of public corruption.

Mayor Eric Adams' former top aide Ingrid Lewis-Martin traded favors with NYC hoteliers in exchange for bribes, including $100K Porsche for DJ son: DA

Ingrid Lewis-Martin is accused of bribery in exchange for favoring hoteliers, using her position as advisor to Mayor Eric Adams.

Reject Bid by Adams to Dismiss Bribery Charge, Prosecutors Urge Judge

Federal prosecutors argue Mayor Adams’ bribery charge should be decided by a jury, citing serious concealment of over $100,000 in benefits from a foreign diplomat.

Judge refuses NYC Mayor Adams' bid to toss bribery charge in corruption case

A Manhattan judge allowed the bribery charges against Mayor Adams to proceed, ruling that the case merits trial in April.

Adams' ex-aid Ingrid Lewis-Martin hosts NYC toy drive, sings Beyonce's 'Cuff It' - day after she was hit with bribery charges

Ingrid Lewis-Martin hosted a toy drive in Brooklyn the day after being indicted for bribery charges, showing contrasting emotions.

Mayor Adams Steadfast on His Innocence After Federal Indictment

Mayor Eric Adams maintains his innocence after federal charges, asserting he will not resign and can continue his role effectively despite serious allegations.

Did the Mayor's Top Aide Throw It All Away for Her Son's Chick-fil-A?

A city official was indicted for bribery involving real estate project approvals, raising concerns of public corruption.

Mayor Eric Adams' former top aide Ingrid Lewis-Martin traded favors with NYC hoteliers in exchange for bribes, including $100K Porsche for DJ son: DA

Ingrid Lewis-Martin is accused of bribery in exchange for favoring hoteliers, using her position as advisor to Mayor Eric Adams.

Reject Bid by Adams to Dismiss Bribery Charge, Prosecutors Urge Judge

Federal prosecutors argue Mayor Adams’ bribery charge should be decided by a jury, citing serious concealment of over $100,000 in benefits from a foreign diplomat.

Judge refuses NYC Mayor Adams' bid to toss bribery charge in corruption case

A Manhattan judge allowed the bribery charges against Mayor Adams to proceed, ruling that the case merits trial in April.

Adams' ex-aid Ingrid Lewis-Martin hosts NYC toy drive, sings Beyonce's 'Cuff It' - day after she was hit with bribery charges

Ingrid Lewis-Martin hosted a toy drive in Brooklyn the day after being indicted for bribery charges, showing contrasting emotions.
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#li-tie

China jails ex-football head coach for bribery

Li Tie, former coach of the Chinese national football team, sentenced to 20 years for accepting $16 million in bribes amid China's anti-corruption drive.

Former Everton star jailed for bribery after confessing match-fixing in corruption sting

Li Tie was sentenced to 20 years for bribery and match-fixing, reflecting a significant crackdown on corruption in Chinese football.

China jails ex-football head coach for bribery

Li Tie, former coach of the Chinese national football team, sentenced to 20 years for accepting $16 million in bribes amid China's anti-corruption drive.

Former Everton star jailed for bribery after confessing match-fixing in corruption sting

Li Tie was sentenced to 20 years for bribery and match-fixing, reflecting a significant crackdown on corruption in Chinese football.
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Ex-FBI Informant Championed By NY Post's Miranda Devine Pleads Guilty to Lying About Bidens

Smirnov, a former FBI informant, pleads guilty to federal charges, admitting to fabricating evidence against the Bidens.
His accusations were politically motivated, aimed at influencing the 2020 presidential election.

California lawmaker questioned in sprawling cannabis corruption investigation

State Sen. Susan Rubio is implicated in a cannabis bribery scheme from her time on the Baldwin Park City Council, which she denies.
#legal-settlement

Raytheon agrees to massive $252M settlement over federal bribery charges

RTX Corporation settles bribery charges with a $252 million payment to the U.S. government and forfeits $36.6 million.

McKinsey agrees to pay $122 million to settle South African bribery charges in the US

McKinsey agrees to pay over $122 million to settle bribery claims related to its operations in South Africa.

Raytheon agrees to massive $252M settlement over federal bribery charges

RTX Corporation settles bribery charges with a $252 million payment to the U.S. government and forfeits $36.6 million.

McKinsey agrees to pay $122 million to settle South African bribery charges in the US

McKinsey agrees to pay over $122 million to settle bribery claims related to its operations in South Africa.
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Mayor Adams reminds NYC workers not to 'accept gifts or favors' ahead of holidays - while accused of doing just that: 'Gods of irony at work'

Mayor Eric Adams's reminder to city workers about gift policies is seen as hypocritical amidst his legal issues concerning bribery.
#fraud

Thales faces Anglo-French bribery and corruption probe

Thales is under investigation for bribery and corruption allegations linked to an arms contract in Asia.

US charges Indian billionaire Gautam Adani in bribery case DW 11/21/2024

Gautam Adani has been indicted for alleged bribery tied to solar energy contracts, accused of paying hundreds of millions to Indian officials.

Opinion: Eric Adams indictment could be just the start of his problems

The indictment against Mayor Eric Adams charges him with serious offenses, including fraud, bribery, and conspiracy, indicating a significant legal challenge ahead.

Billionaire Gautam Adani indicted in New York on bribery charges

Gautam Adani has been indicted for allegedly orchestrating a $250 million bribery scheme to secure government contracts in India.

Senior Unite official loses unfair dismissal claim

Senior Unite the Union official Howard Beckett lost an unfair dismissal claim amidst serious allegations of bribery and fraud under police investigation.

Thales faces Anglo-French bribery and corruption probe

Thales is under investigation for bribery and corruption allegations linked to an arms contract in Asia.

US charges Indian billionaire Gautam Adani in bribery case DW 11/21/2024

Gautam Adani has been indicted for alleged bribery tied to solar energy contracts, accused of paying hundreds of millions to Indian officials.

Opinion: Eric Adams indictment could be just the start of his problems

The indictment against Mayor Eric Adams charges him with serious offenses, including fraud, bribery, and conspiracy, indicating a significant legal challenge ahead.

Billionaire Gautam Adani indicted in New York on bribery charges

Gautam Adani has been indicted for allegedly orchestrating a $250 million bribery scheme to secure government contracts in India.

Senior Unite official loses unfair dismissal claim

Senior Unite the Union official Howard Beckett lost an unfair dismissal claim amidst serious allegations of bribery and fraud under police investigation.
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Billionaire Gautam Adani charged in US over alleged $250m bribery plot

Gautam Adani and executives indicted in New York for alleged multi-billion-dollar bribery scheme to secure contracts, facing serious securities fraud charges.

Why has Indian billionaire Gautam Adani been charged in a US bribery case?

Gautam Adani has been indicted for alleged bribery linked to solar energy projects, prompting a significant market reaction and political outcry.

Solar power magnate Gautam Adani and others indicted over alleged $250M bribery scheme | TechCrunch

Billionaires Gautam Adani and executives indicted for allegedly paying $250 million in bribes for contracts on a solar power project.

US Charges Gautam Adani With Fraud Over Bribery Scheme

Gautam Adani faces charges of fraud, linked to bribery of Indian officials and misleading investors regarding a solar contract scheme.

Billionaire Gautam Adani charged in US over alleged $250m bribery plot

Gautam Adani and executives indicted in New York for alleged multi-billion-dollar bribery scheme to secure contracts, facing serious securities fraud charges.

Why has Indian billionaire Gautam Adani been charged in a US bribery case?

Gautam Adani has been indicted for alleged bribery linked to solar energy projects, prompting a significant market reaction and political outcry.

Solar power magnate Gautam Adani and others indicted over alleged $250M bribery scheme | TechCrunch

Billionaires Gautam Adani and executives indicted for allegedly paying $250 million in bribes for contracts on a solar power project.

US Charges Gautam Adani With Fraud Over Bribery Scheme

Gautam Adani faces charges of fraud, linked to bribery of Indian officials and misleading investors regarding a solar contract scheme.
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NYC mom paid $14K in bribes to sneak weed, blades to son jailed inside juvenile facility: feds

A Brooklyn mother bribed a juvenile detention center staffer $14,000 to smuggle marijuana and scalpels to her son.

Fat Leonard' gets 15 years for plotting one of the US military's biggest scandals

Leonard Fat Leonard Francis received a 15-year sentence for orchestrating a massive bribery scheme involving US Navy officials.
He was sentenced for his guilty pleas and extensive cooperation with authorities after fleeing justice.
#eric-adams

Feds 'misunderstand the law,' Eric Adams claims - as he tries to toss bribery rap in historic corruption case

Eric Adams' lawyers argue that the bribery charges against him are unfounded and misinterpret legal standards.

Eric Adams Must Really Hope Supreme Court Is Serious About Blowing Up Bribery Laws

Eric Adams faces serious legal challenges while his supporters attempt to devalue the situation by diverting attention.

Feds 'misunderstand the law,' Eric Adams claims - as he tries to toss bribery rap in historic corruption case

Eric Adams' lawyers argue that the bribery charges against him are unfounded and misinterpret legal standards.

Eric Adams Must Really Hope Supreme Court Is Serious About Blowing Up Bribery Laws

Eric Adams faces serious legal challenges while his supporters attempt to devalue the situation by diverting attention.
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Orange County supervisor accepted over $550,000 in bribes, pleads guilty to conspiracy charge, feds say

Andrew Do resigned and pled guilty to bribery, siphoning COVID relief funds to a nonprofit linked to his daughter, harming community services.

Jay Cutler offered driver $2,000 not to call cops before DUI arrest: police docs

Jay Cutler attempted to bribe a crash victim after DUI incident.
#rtx-corporation

Defense contractor Raytheon agrees to pay $252M penalty to resolve Qatar bribery charges

RTX Corporation will pay $252 million to resolve bribery charges related to securing contracts with Qatar.

Defense contractor Raytheon agrees to pay $252M penalty to resolve Qatar bribery charges

RTX Corporation has settled criminal charges by paying $252 million for bribery related to military contracts in Qatar.

Defense contractor Raytheon agrees to pay $252M penalty to resolve Qatar bribery charges

RTX Corporation will pay $252 million to resolve bribery charges related to securing contracts with Qatar.

Defense contractor Raytheon agrees to pay $252M penalty to resolve Qatar bribery charges

RTX Corporation has settled criminal charges by paying $252 million for bribery related to military contracts in Qatar.
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Mexico's former public security chief to be sentenced in US drug case

Garcia Luna, the former chief of security in Mexico, was convicted of accepting bribes to protect the Sinaloa drug cartel and faces life in prison.

Hidden camera, internal memo reveal how unqualified truck drivers are getting onto Canada's roads | CBC News

The truck driver testing system in Ontario is compromised by bribery and manipulation, as revealed by a leaked memo and undercover investigation.

Deleting Evidence? Think Again: Lessons From The Eric Adams Scandal

Mayor Eric Adams' indictment underscores the pivotal role of mobile devices in gathering digital evidence amid allegations of bribery and improper conduct.

Man arrested after allegedly offering over 30,000 to professional League of Ireland football player to get sent off

An investigation into an alleged bribery incident involving a League of Ireland player was launched after the player reported the approach quickly.

Man arrested over attempted bribery of a professional League of Ireland football player

A man was arrested in a sports corruption investigation, released without charge, while efforts continue to ensure integrity in Irish sports.
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