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#public-corruption

5 months ago

Ex-Treasurer in Arizona Pleads Guilty to Embezzling $38 Million

Elizabeth Gutfahr embezzled $38 million from public funds, undermining her role as county treasurer and could face up to 35 years in prison.

Brooklyn

1 day ago

Ex-congressman George Santos sentenced to 87 months in prison for wire fraud and aggravated identity theft

George Santos was sentenced to 87 months for wire fraud and identity theft, highlighting accountability in public corruption.

US news

5 months ago

Ex-Treasurer in Arizona Pleads Guilty to Embezzling $38 Million

Elizabeth Gutfahr embezzled $38 million from public funds, undermining her role as county treasurer and could face up to 35 years in prison.

more#accountability

fromShore News Network

1 week ago

NYC election board leader pleads guilty to poll worker extortion and fraud scheme

Nicole Torres pled guilty to election-related fraud and conspiracy, admitting to a scheme that exploited her public office for personal gain.

#boston-city-council

1 week ago

NYC politics

Special election to replace Fernandes Anderson unlikely after City Council vote

Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson's resignation will not trigger a special election as councilors voted to forgo the process.

Boston

Fernandes Anderson returns to work as potential challengers line up for her seat

Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson continues her public duties despite facing federal charges for public corruption.

Boston

'Extremely disappointed:' Here's why readers want Tania Fernandes Anderson to resign

Most Boston.com readers want Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson to resign because of her federal corruption charges.

Boston

Fernandes Anderson defies calls for resignation; ethics committee idea gets tepid response on City Council

Boston City Council is considering the establishment of an ethics committee following Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson's arrest on corruption charges.

Boston

'It's bull-': Rachael Rollins weighs in on charges against Fernandes Anderson

Tania Fernandes Anderson faces serious federal corruption charges tied to a kickback scheme involving a family member.

2 weeks ago

NYC politics

City Council to consider formation of oversight committee to regain 'credibility'

Councilor Ed Flynn proposes an independent oversight committee to restore credibility and trust in the Boston City Council after recent ethical scandals.

1 week ago

NYC politics

Special election to replace Fernandes Anderson unlikely after City Council vote

Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson's resignation will not trigger a special election as councilors voted to forgo the process.

Boston

Fernandes Anderson returns to work as potential challengers line up for her seat

Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson continues her public duties despite facing federal charges for public corruption.

Boston

'Extremely disappointed:' Here's why readers want Tania Fernandes Anderson to resign

Most Boston.com readers want Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson to resign because of her federal corruption charges.

Boston

Fernandes Anderson defies calls for resignation; ethics committee idea gets tepid response on City Council

Boston City Council is considering the establishment of an ethics committee following Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson's arrest on corruption charges.

Boston

'It's bull-': Rachael Rollins weighs in on charges against Fernandes Anderson

Tania Fernandes Anderson faces serious federal corruption charges tied to a kickback scheme involving a family member.

2 weeks ago

NYC politics

City Council to consider formation of oversight committee to regain 'credibility'

Councilor Ed Flynn proposes an independent oversight committee to restore credibility and trust in the Boston City Council after recent ethical scandals.

more#boston-city-council

fromtherealdeal.com

4 weeks ago

LA Dodgers

Former Anaheim mayor to do time for corruption on erstwhile stadium deal

Former Anaheim Mayor Harry Sidhu sentenced to two months for public corruption and obstructing a federal investigation related to a failed stadium deal.

#shooting-incident

East Bay (California)

Man arrested in shooting at house of potential Oakland corruption probe witness

Hermelindo Olber Ramosramos was arrested in connection with a shooting at the home of a potential FBI informant amid a public corruption investigation.

NYC politics

Man charged with shooting up house of potential Oakland corruption probe witness, but why remains unclear

Alameda County charged Hermelindo Olber Ramosramos in a shooting linked to a public corruption scandal involving former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao.

East Bay (California)

Man arrested in shooting at house of potential Oakland corruption probe witness

Hermelindo Olber Ramosramos was arrested in connection with a shooting at the home of a potential FBI informant amid a public corruption investigation.

NYC politics

Man charged with shooting up house of potential Oakland corruption probe witness, but why remains unclear

Alameda County charged Hermelindo Olber Ramosramos in a shooting linked to a public corruption scandal involving former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao.

more#shooting-incident

#trump-administration

Washington DC

Justice Dept. Moving to Downsize Units Investigating Fraud and Corruption

Justice Department is planning to restructure and downsize units investigating fraud and public corruption.

fromThe Atlantic

2 months ago

Law

The Valentine's Day Seven

The independence of the DOJ is crucial, as political interference in criminal cases undermines justice.

Washington DC

more#trump-administration

Justice Dept. Moving to Downsize Units Investigating Fraud and Corruption

Justice Department is planning to restructure and downsize units investigating fraud and public corruption.

fromThe Atlantic

2 months ago

Law

The Valentine's Day Seven

The independence of the DOJ is crucial, as political interference in criminal cases undermines justice.

fromsfist.com

Judge Blasts Federal Prison For Providing Poor Medical Care, Lets SF Scandal Figure Nick Bovis Out on Home Release

Nick Bovis is being released early from prison due to inadequate medical care for his long-term health issues.

Chad Mizelle's Appearance of Impropriety - emptywheel

The case against Mayor Eric Adams raises serious legal questions about the foundations of public corruption law.

NYC politics

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.

fromQueerty

New York City

Yes, Sabrina Carpenter inspired a federal probe into a priest & Mayor Eric Adams' inner circle - Queerty

Sabrina Carpenter's provocative music video sparked church controversy, linking her to Mayor Eric Adams' corruption case and raising questions about church accountability.

fromemptywheel

2 months ago

Chad Mizelle's Appearance of Impropriety - emptywheel

The case against Mayor Eric Adams raises serious legal questions about the foundations of public corruption law.

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.

fromQueerty

New York City

Yes, Sabrina Carpenter inspired a federal probe into a priest & Mayor Eric Adams' inner circle - Queerty

Sabrina Carpenter's provocative music video sparked church controversy, linking her to Mayor Eric Adams' corruption case and raising questions about church accountability.

more#eric-adams

3 months ago

East Bay (California)

Latest Line: A good week for Barbara Lee, a bad week for Sheng Thao

Barbara Lee is gaining endorsements for her Oakland mayoral run amidst controversies surrounding former officials.

Sheng Thao's indictment underscores issues of public corruption in Oakland.

California adjusts emissions rules following federal EPA decisions.

#bribery

fromtherealdeal.com

LA real estate

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.

fromBusiness Insider

6 months ago

NYC politics

Eric Adams has the SCOTUS supermajority to thank as he challenges his bribery charge

Mayor Eric Adams challenges bribery indictment, citing Supreme Court decision that requires a clear quid-pro-quo for proving bribery.

fromLos Angeles Times

New York City

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.

fromtherealdeal.com

LA real estate

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.

fromBusiness Insider

6 months ago

NYC politics

Eric Adams has the SCOTUS supermajority to thank as he challenges his bribery charge

Mayor Eric Adams challenges bribery indictment, citing Supreme Court decision that requires a clear quid-pro-quo for proving bribery.

fromLos Angeles Times

New York City

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.

Boston city councilor arrested on federal public corruption charges, pleads 'not guilty'

Tania Fernandes Anderson was arrested for allegedly participating in a kickback scheme involving $7,000 with a hired family member.

The case highlights issues of public corruption and integrity among elected officials.

Federal agents raid homes of 2 deputy mayors; Subpoenas issued for cell phones of top NYPD

FBI searches of Mayor Adams' aides indicate ongoing public corruption investigation linked to his campaign.

Potential foreign collusion with Turkey is a key concern in the investigation.

8 months ago

Privacy professionals

Oakland mayor to cast tie-breaking vote on lucrative city contract tied to business associate of FBI target

Mayor Thao may decide on a controversial $8 million contract during an FBI public corruption investigation involving key figures.

Federal agents raid homes of 2 deputy mayors; Subpoenas issued for cell phones of top NYPD

FBI searches of Mayor Adams' aides indicate ongoing public corruption investigation linked to his campaign.

Potential foreign collusion with Turkey is a key concern in the investigation.

8 months ago

Privacy professionals

Oakland mayor to cast tie-breaking vote on lucrative city contract tied to business associate of FBI target

Mayor Thao may decide on a controversial $8 million contract during an FBI public corruption investigation involving key figures.

more#fbi-investigation