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Truthout
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Georgia Judge Rejects Trump's Request to Drop Charges on First Amendment Grounds

Former President Donald Trump's request to dismiss election interference charges in Georgia was rejected on First Amendment grounds.
The court found that speech alleged to have been made in furtherance of criminal activity could lead to prosecution, even if addressing matters of public concern. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
New York City

Co-op board at ritzy Upper East Side building is mob-style 'racket,' couple claims in explosive RICO lawsuit

Residents of an Upper East Side co-op allege mafia-style tactics by the board members, including corrupt practices and freezing out dissenters.
A lawsuit utilizing the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) aims to oust the board for their alleged criminal acts. [ more ]
therealdeal.com
4 months ago
LA real estate

Ex-LA Councilman Huizar Faces 13 Years in Development Scheme

Federal prosecutors are seeking a 13-year prison sentence and hefty fines for former L.A. councilman Jose Huizar in a pay-to-play corruption scheme tied to real estate developers.
Huizar pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to violate the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act and one count of tax evasion. [ more ]
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