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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.

Ex-Oakland mayor, boyfriend, waste company execs indicted in sprawling corruption probe

Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao is indicted on bribery charges related to violations involving campaign support and city contract leverage.
Thao was recalled just months before the indictment due to public frustration over local governance and social issues.
The indictment reveals a network of alleged corruption connecting Thao, her boyfriend, and local business executives.

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.

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.

Ex-Oakland mayor, boyfriend, waste company execs indicted in sprawling corruption probe

Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao is indicted on bribery charges related to violations involving campaign support and city contract leverage.
Thao was recalled just months before the indictment due to public frustration over local governance and social issues.
The indictment reveals a network of alleged corruption connecting Thao, her boyfriend, and local business executives.

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.
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Judge in Eric Adams Corruption Case Upholds Bribery Charge

The federal judge upheld bribery charges against Mayor Eric Adams, indicating that the prosecution's case sufficiently met the legal requirements despite recent Supreme Court rulings.

Friday Briefing: New York City's Mayor is Indicted

New York Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted on federal charges including bribery, becoming the first sitting mayor to face such allegations.

Here is the latest on the mayor's indictment.

Mayor Eric Adams faces serious allegations of receiving bribes in exchange for political favors related to Turkish interests.

Friday Briefing: Mayor's Adams's Arraignment

Mayor Eric Adams is determined to remain in office despite facing federal charges of bribery and fraud.

Mayor Adams pleads not guilty to bribery, corruption charges

Mayor Adams pleaded not guilty to federal bribery and corruption charges, involving foreign donations and campaign fund exploitation.

Adams's Lawyers Ask Judge to Dismiss Federal Bribery Charge Against Him

Mayor Adams' lawyers seek to dismiss bribery charges citing insufficient legal grounds.
The defense references a Supreme Court ruling impacting corruption case standards.

Judge in Eric Adams Corruption Case Upholds Bribery Charge

The federal judge upheld bribery charges against Mayor Eric Adams, indicating that the prosecution's case sufficiently met the legal requirements despite recent Supreme Court rulings.

Friday Briefing: New York City's Mayor is Indicted

New York Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted on federal charges including bribery, becoming the first sitting mayor to face such allegations.

Here is the latest on the mayor's indictment.

Mayor Eric Adams faces serious allegations of receiving bribes in exchange for political favors related to Turkish interests.

Friday Briefing: Mayor's Adams's Arraignment

Mayor Eric Adams is determined to remain in office despite facing federal charges of bribery and fraud.

Mayor Adams pleads not guilty to bribery, corruption charges

Mayor Adams pleaded not guilty to federal bribery and corruption charges, involving foreign donations and campaign fund exploitation.

Adams's Lawyers Ask Judge to Dismiss Federal Bribery Charge Against Him

Mayor Adams' lawyers seek to dismiss bribery charges citing insufficient legal grounds.
The defense references a Supreme Court ruling impacting corruption case standards.
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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.

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.

Netanyahu Finally Takes the Stand in His Corruption Trial

Netanyahu's trial represents a significant moment in Israeli politics, showcasing the intersection of power, accountability, and public scrutiny.

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.

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.

Netanyahu Finally Takes the Stand in His Corruption Trial

Netanyahu's trial represents a significant moment in Israeli politics, showcasing the intersection of power, accountability, and public scrutiny.
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Fox News loses bid for Smartmatic voting-tech company's records about Philippines bribery case

Judge denies Fox's request for information from Smartmatic related to bribery charges against co-founder.
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Indian billionaire Gautam Adani indicted on bribery charges in alleged bribery scheme

Gautam Adani and his executives face bribery charges for allegedly paying hundreds of millions to secure energy contracts and mislead US investors.

Meet Gautam Adani, the Indian billionaire and business tycoon who was just charged in a massive bribery case in the US

Gautam Adani faces US bribery charges, prompting investor backlash and substantial losses for his conglomerate.

India: How will PM Modi navigate the Adani firestorm? DW 11/21/2024

Gautam Adani indicted in US for allegedly paying $250 million in bribes for energy contracts, intensifying scrutiny on Adani Group.

Indian billionaire Gautam Adani indicted on bribery charges in alleged bribery scheme

Gautam Adani and his executives face bribery charges for allegedly paying hundreds of millions to secure energy contracts and mislead US investors.

Meet Gautam Adani, the Indian billionaire and business tycoon who was just charged in a massive bribery case in the US

Gautam Adani faces US bribery charges, prompting investor backlash and substantial losses for his conglomerate.

India: How will PM Modi navigate the Adani firestorm? DW 11/21/2024

Gautam Adani indicted in US for allegedly paying $250 million in bribes for energy contracts, intensifying scrutiny on Adani Group.
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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.

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.
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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.

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.

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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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

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.
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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.
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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.

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.

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
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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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