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NYC politics
fromQNS
3 days ago

AG James releases NYPD bodycam footage showing moments before Adrian Cevallos' 2024 death in Maspeth - QNS

Bodycam footage shows NYPD officers using a taser multiple times on Adrian Cevallos during a struggle, contributing to his death.
NYC politics
fromQNS
3 days ago

AG James releases NYPD bodycam footage showing moments before Adrian Cevallos' 2024 death in Maspeth - QNS

Bodycam footage shows NYPD officers using a taser multiple times on Adrian Cevallos during a struggle, contributing to his death.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

Trump DoJ's mixed messages bode ill for Epstein victims, experts fear

Pam Bondi's non-appearance at a congressional subpoena raises concerns about accountability in the Epstein investigations.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 hour ago

NYC seeks millions from alleged illegal Airbnb hosts in Brooklyn who faked their identities | amNewYork

The city is suing a landlord for millions over illegal Airbnb rentals in Brooklyn, seeking punitive damages and fines for public nuisance violations.
#kash-patel
Media industry
fromemptywheel
2 hours ago

In Lawsuit Not Mentioning the Olympics, Kash Patel Swears He's Not a Drunk - emptywheel

Kash Patel experienced a panic over a technical issue, mistakenly believing he was fired, which led to widespread speculation and relief within the FBI.
Media industry
fromFortune
3 hours ago

FBI Director Kash Patel sues The Atlantic over 'malicious hit piece' alleging excessive drinking | Fortune

Kash Patel sued The Atlantic for $250 million over claims of excessive drinking, which he denies as false and malicious.
Media industry
fromemptywheel
2 hours ago

In Lawsuit Not Mentioning the Olympics, Kash Patel Swears He's Not a Drunk - emptywheel

Kash Patel experienced a panic over a technical issue, mistakenly believing he was fired, which led to widespread speculation and relief within the FBI.
Media industry
fromFortune
3 hours ago

FBI Director Kash Patel sues The Atlantic over 'malicious hit piece' alleging excessive drinking | Fortune

Kash Patel sued The Atlantic for $250 million over claims of excessive drinking, which he denies as false and malicious.
fromMission Local
9 hours ago

No, Brooke Jenkins does not have an on/off switch for crime

In 2025, crime goes down. Way, way down: Crime drops across the board, homicides reach lows unseen since 'Gunsmoke' was on the air and the DA delivers a forceful warning to Trump's ICE goons.
SF politics
New York City
fromFortune
2 days ago

Trump backs down after New York sues him over Second Avenue Subway funding freeze | Fortune

The Trump administration will resume funding for the Second Avenue subway project after New York officials sued, ensuring construction costs are reimbursed.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

NY Inspector General says she's working to bring the public into government integrity as Trump erodes public trust | amNewYork

The New York inspector general's office aims to enhance public trust through transparency and integrity in government operations.
US Elections
fromSan Jose Inside
2 days ago

Sam Liccardo Seeks Probe of Possibly Illegal Insider Trading Before Trump Iran War Announcements

Rep. Sam Liccardo is urging investigations into potential illegal oil trades linked to insider information before President Trump's announcements on Iran.
#corruption
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

Brooklyn homecare indictment exposes web of corruption that could bring down city Dem politicians

A Brooklyn nonprofit faces federal indictment for alleged corruption involving $200 million in public contracts and fraudulent activities.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

Brooklyn homecare indictment exposes web of corruption that could bring down city Dem politicians

A Brooklyn nonprofit faces federal indictment for alleged corruption involving $200 million in public contracts and fraudulent activities.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
3 days ago

Mayor Mamdani Goes to Housing Court, And What Else Happened This Week

Mayor Mamdani aims to support tenants facing eviction but has not committed to specific funding or promises.
fromHoodline
3 days ago

Brooklyn Security Guard Killing Leads to Decades-Long Sentences

'This was a senseless, premediated, and brutal act of gun violence that took the life of a security guard who was simply doing his job,' stated United States Attorney Nocella.
US news
Right-wing politics
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Former Biglaw Partner Warns There Are No 'Guardrails' Left Around Trump - And Someone Is Taking Advantage - Above the Law

Ty Cobb warns that without experienced advisors, Trump's decisions may be manipulated by bad actors, raising concerns about foreign influence on U.S. policy.
#trump
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago
Law

Trump seeks resolution' of his $10bn lawsuit against IRS, spurring concern

Critics warn that Trump negotiating with a controlled Justice Department could lead to biased settlements regarding his $10bn lawsuit against the IRS.
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago
Law

Trump PAC Deep In Debt... And Owes Lawyers Over A Million - Above the Law

Trump's legal team faces significant unpaid bills, with Save America PAC nearly $500,000 in debt to multiple law firms.
Left-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

Trump's Corrupt Pardon Campaign Has Somehow Hit a New Low

Trump has issued approximately 1,600 pardons during his second term, significantly more than in his first term, with no signs of slowing down.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Trump Claims Epstein's Victims or Whatever' Have Refused To Go Under Oath'

Trump stated that Epstein's victims refused to testify under oath, despite Melania Trump's call for public hearings.
Law
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Trump seeks resolution' of his $10bn lawsuit against IRS, spurring concern

Critics warn that Trump negotiating with a controlled Justice Department could lead to biased settlements regarding his $10bn lawsuit against the IRS.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Trump PAC Deep In Debt... And Owes Lawyers Over A Million - Above the Law

Trump's legal team faces significant unpaid bills, with Save America PAC nearly $500,000 in debt to multiple law firms.
Washington DC
fromwww.vox.com
4 days ago

Trump's DOJ wants to undo January 6 convictions

The Trump administration seeks to vacate convictions of January 6 rioters, framing them as victims of wrongful prosecution.
Fundraising
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

SantaCon boss accused of turning a charity crawl into his own cash stash

Stefan Pildes, president of SantaCon, faces wire fraud charges for misappropriating millions from a charity event marketed for nonprofit causes.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
40 minutes ago

Alleged fare evader becomes second Brooklyn Central Booking detainee to die in custody in a week | amNewYork

A detainee at Brooklyn Central Booking died after a medical emergency, marking the second death in custody within a week.
Brooklyn
fromNy1
2 weeks ago

4 arrested in corruption probe linked to NYC shelter operator, AP source says

Federal authorities arrested four individuals linked to a Brooklyn nonprofit under investigation for alleged bribery and misuse of city funds for homeless shelters.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
40 minutes ago

Alleged fare evader becomes second Brooklyn Central Booking detainee to die in custody in a week | amNewYork

A detainee at Brooklyn Central Booking died after a medical emergency, marking the second death in custody within a week.
Brooklyn
fromNy1
2 weeks ago

4 arrested in corruption probe linked to NYC shelter operator, AP source says

Federal authorities arrested four individuals linked to a Brooklyn nonprofit under investigation for alleged bribery and misuse of city funds for homeless shelters.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Police Wanted to Arrest Cory Mills for Alleged Assault: WaPo

D.C. police sought to arrest Rep. Cory Mills for alleged assault, but a lieutenant intervened and the request for an arrest warrant was denied.
fromemptywheel
1 day ago

Todd Blanche Puts Dmitry Firtash's Onetime Lawyer In Charge of Criminalizing the Russian Investigation - emptywheel

Mr. diGenova has claimed the Russia investigation was a law-enforcement plot to frame Mr. Trump and keep him out of the White House during his first presidential campaign.
Law
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Mamdani shrugs off Trump attack that he will ruin' NYC, defends tax on luxury second homes | amNewYork

New York City proposes a tax on non-primary residences over $5 million to generate revenue amid a budget gap.
US news
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

AG Letitia James won't seek criminal charges against cop who fatally ran over sleeping man in Queens park during U.S. Open | amNewYork

No criminal charges will be filed against the officer who struck and killed Erasmo Huerta Gonzalez in Queens during the U.S. Open.
#sexual-misconduct
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

House Republican Reveals Senator She Claims Has Disturbing' Allegations Against Him

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna claims Sen. Ruben Gallego faces allegations of sexual misconduct linked to ex-Rep. Eric Swalwell's recent controversies.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

AOC rips into House GOP for playing politics with sexual misconduct allegations: "Disgusting!" - LGBTQ Nation

House Republicans' response to sexual misconduct allegations is politically motivated, according to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

House Republican Reveals Senator She Claims Has Disturbing' Allegations Against Him

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna claims Sen. Ruben Gallego faces allegations of sexual misconduct linked to ex-Rep. Eric Swalwell's recent controversies.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

AOC rips into House GOP for playing politics with sexual misconduct allegations: "Disgusting!" - LGBTQ Nation

House Republicans' response to sexual misconduct allegations is politically motivated, according to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Activists urge AG Letitia James sentence for NYPD sergeant convicted of killing Bronx protester with thrown cooler | amNewYork

When was the last time you heard of somebody in New York state being convicted of a killing and getting three to nine years?
Social justice
#fbi
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Kash Patel Says He's Suing Over Report Claiming He's Repeatedly Been Intoxicated in Public While FBI Director

FBI Director Kash Patel plans to sue The Atlantic over a report questioning his fitness for the job and alleging intoxication issues.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Kash Patel Says He's Suing Over Report Claiming He's Repeatedly Been Intoxicated in Public While FBI Director

FBI Director Kash Patel plans to sue The Atlantic over a report questioning his fitness for the job and alleging intoxication issues.
#donald-trump
fromFortune
2 days ago
Law

Trump lawyers confirm talks with Scott Bessent's IRS to resolve $10 billion lawsuit over leaked tax returns | Fortune

Donald Trump is negotiating with the IRS to resolve a $10 billion lawsuit over the leak of his tax information.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago
US politics

Trump Explains Reason for Melania's Jeffrey Epstein Address

Donald Trump defended Melania Trump against fake news linking her to Jeffrey Epstein, asserting she had no connections to him.
Law
fromFortune
2 days ago

Trump lawyers confirm talks with Scott Bessent's IRS to resolve $10 billion lawsuit over leaked tax returns | Fortune

Donald Trump is negotiating with the IRS to resolve a $10 billion lawsuit over the leak of his tax information.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Explains Reason for Melania's Jeffrey Epstein Address

Donald Trump defended Melania Trump against fake news linking her to Jeffrey Epstein, asserting she had no connections to him.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Mamdani's DOI pick wins Council approval after questions over independence | amNewYork

City Council approved Nadia Shihata as head of the Department of Investigation despite concerns over her independence from Mayor Mamdani.
#eric-swalwell
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Department of Justice investigating Eric Swalwell amid sexual assault allegations

The US Department of Justice is investigating Eric Swalwell following his resignation amid multiple sexual misconduct allegations.
NYC LGBT
fromDailycaller
1 week ago

New York DA Opens Investigation Into Eric Swalwell Sex Assault Allegations

A criminal investigation into Rep. Eric Swalwell has been launched following sexual assault allegations from a former staffer and other women.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Department of Justice investigating Eric Swalwell amid sexual assault allegations

The US Department of Justice is investigating Eric Swalwell following his resignation amid multiple sexual misconduct allegations.
NYC LGBT
fromDailycaller
1 week ago

New York DA Opens Investigation Into Eric Swalwell Sex Assault Allegations

A criminal investigation into Rep. Eric Swalwell has been launched following sexual assault allegations from a former staffer and other women.
NYC LGBT
fromABC7 Los Angeles
6 days ago

Harvey Weinstein is going on trial again in a New York rape case

Harvey Weinstein is going on trial again for a rape charge involving Jessica Mann, with jury selection starting soon.
Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Trump Moves to Settlement Talks In $10 Billion Lawsuit Against His Own IRS

President Trump seeks a 90-day extension in his lawsuit against the IRS, indicating potential settlement talks amid a conflict of interest within the Justice Department.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Lead prosecutor on investigation into former CIA director no longer on case

A federal prosecutor has stepped down from the investigation into John Brennan due to reservations about the case's direction and implications.
Media industry
fromAxios
1 week ago

Judge tosses Trump's lawsuit against WSJ over Epstein letter

President Trump's defamation lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal was dismissed due to insufficient evidence of actual malice.
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
4 days ago

Eric Adams' zombie effort to change NYC Charter roars to life with first public hearing

Public input is welcomed as the commission seeks to modernize city government and enhance democratic involvement.
NYC politics
fromIntelligencer
5 days ago

Question Alvin Bragg's Methods, But the Numbers Don't Lie

Shootings and murders in Manhattan have significantly decreased during Alvin Bragg's tenure as District Attorney.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

I Get Her Frustration': Trump's Attorney General Weighs in on Melania's Wild Epstein Presser

Melania Trump defended her lack of ties to Jeffrey Epstein during a press conference, calling for Congress to hear from Epstein's accusers.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Lawyer Tells Attorneys For Missing Child That They're 'Gonna Burn In Hell' - Above the Law

A lawyer for Camp Mystic made a controversial remark during a hearing related to a tragic flood that killed 27 people.
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

US judge drops Trump's lawsuit against Wall Street Journal

Judge Darrin P. Gayles stated that Trump hadn't come close to meeting the 'actual malice' threshold necessary for public figures in defamation cases, emphasizing that the complaint did not meet the required standard.
US politics
#fraud
Law
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Husband of Queens Defenders founder pleads guilty to defrauding legal org | amNewYork

Rashad Ruhani pleaded guilty to conspiring to steal over $300,000 from Queens Defenders alongside his wife, Lori Zeno.
Law
fromtherealdeal.com
5 days ago

Former Vornado exec accused of embezzlement says REIT just had sour grapes

Jared Solomon is accused of stealing over $9.5 million from Vornado Realty Trust through fraudulent brokerages.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Husband of Queens Defenders founder pleads guilty to defrauding legal org | amNewYork

Rashad Ruhani pleaded guilty to conspiring to steal over $300,000 from Queens Defenders alongside his wife, Lori Zeno.
Law
fromtherealdeal.com
5 days ago

Former Vornado exec accused of embezzlement says REIT just had sour grapes

Jared Solomon is accused of stealing over $9.5 million from Vornado Realty Trust through fraudulent brokerages.
EU data protection
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

One Fair Price': How Letitia James, NY pols are looking to stop algorithmic pricing known to inflate prices on what you like to buy | amNewYork

New York Attorney General Letitia James is pushing legislation to ban algorithmic pricing that charges different prices to individual consumers based on their personal data.
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Justice For Grandmother Arrested Over 'No Dick Tator' Penis Costume At Trump Protest! - Above the Law

Renea Gamble, a 62-year-old grandmother, was arrested for wearing a 7-foot inflatable phallus at a protest, leading to viral bodycam footage of the incident.
Law
Law
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Jimmy's Corner attorney spars with judge in court appearance to save the bar from eviction | amNewYork

The legal battle for Jimmy's Corner centers on allegations of racial discrimination in the invocation of a death clause by the landlord.
fromQNS
5 days ago

Corona woman pleads guilty to defrauding elderly Long Island couple out of nearly $10 million: Feds - QNS

"Today's plea means the defendant has been held accountable for a calculated scheme that siphoned off nearly $10 million from the very employers who trusted her."
Law
Law
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Op-Ed | Don't trade away justice: Limiting rights won't lower costs for New Yorkers | amNewYork

Governor Hochul's insurance proposals favor corporations over individuals, undermining access to justice for crash victims and perpetuating inequities in auto insurance.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Eric Adams hires Trump-affiliated defense counsel in sexual assault suit | amNewYork

Eric Adams hires Trump-affiliated lawyer Alan Futerfas for his sexual assault lawsuit after the city Law Department seeks to terminate its representation.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

New York State Bar Association names new executive director | amNewYork

Kathy Suchocki has been appointed as the executive director of the New York State Bar Association after serving in an interim role since 2025.
US politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

FHFA's Bill Pulte files new DOJ referrals against Letitia James

FHFA Director Bill Pulte filed criminal referrals against NY Attorney General Letitia James for alleged insurance fraud misrepresentations.
Law
fromPadailypost
6 days ago

DA sued for paying prosecutor not to work

A lawsuit claims Santa Clara County DA Jeff Rosen wastes taxpayer money by paying a prosecutor to stay home amid budget cuts.
New York Giants
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Attorney General Letitia James to staff her own ICE observers group to monitor federal immigration crackdown in New York amNewYork

A Legal Observation Project will monitor and document ICE enforcement in New York to collect real-time evidence, identify legal violations, and protect civil rights.
#gender-affirming-care
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
LGBT

Gay lawyer who thinks trans rights are "homophobic" says Letitia James fired her for her views - LGBTQ Nation

NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

New York AG orders major medical center to resume gender-affirming care for youth

New York's Attorney General ordered NYU Langone Hospital to resume gender-affirming care for transgender minors, citing violations of state nondiscrimination laws after the hospital closed the program.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
LGBT

Gay lawyer who thinks trans rights are "homophobic" says Letitia James fired her for her views - LGBTQ Nation

NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

New York AG orders major medical center to resume gender-affirming care for youth

New York's Attorney General ordered NYU Langone Hospital to resume gender-affirming care for transgender minors, citing violations of state nondiscrimination laws after the hospital closed the program.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

New York lawyer linked to Trump pardon charged with attempted extortion

A New York lobbyist and attorney connected to a Trump pardon was arrested for attempting to extort a former client over an alleged $500,000 debt through threats and hired intimidation.
US politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op-Ed | New York's John Sarcone is a perfect example of Trump's lawless U.S. attorney | amNewYork

Trump's Justice Department bypassed lawful appointment processes to install loyalist acting U.S. Attorneys who pursue political law enforcement agendas.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

N.Y. judge appears unswayed by Trump bid to move Stormy Daniels hush money case to federal court

Manhattan Federal Judge Alvin Hellerstein, who reserved decision, appeared unswayed by Trump's position, saying he'd sought two bites at the apple by first trying in state court to get his conviction tossed on account of the Supreme Court's July 2024 decision on presidential immunity and, when that didn't work, refocusing efforts in federal court. The judge said the strategy led Trump to miss the 30-day window to raise the matter federally, without a good cause excuse.
US politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

The department is burning': Fired DOJ attorneys say federal justice in crisis under Trump amNewYork

It became obvious to me in that moment that this was no longer the department that I signed up to serve, Edwards said Tuesday at a panel hosted by the New York City Bar Association.
US politics
US politics
fromABA Journal
2 months ago

US attorney appointed by federal judges in New York abruptly fired by Trump administration

The White House removed Donald T. Kinsella hours after federal judges appointed him U.S. attorney for the Northern District of New York.
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