World Jul 31 Ukraine’s Parliament approves law restoring independence of anti-graft watchdogs following backlash By Illia Novikov, Associated Press
World Jul 24 After public outcry and EU criticism, Zelenskyy announces new anti-graft bill in Ukraine Opponents said the legal changes had reduced the independence of anti-corruption watchdogs. Zelenskyy unexpectedly revealed a draft bill on Thursday aimed at addressing those concerns. By Illia Novikov, Associated Press
Politics Jul 16 WATCH: Feds charge 5 in Louisiana, including 3 current or ex-police chiefs, over alleged visa fraud scheme U.S. Attorney Alexander C. Van Hook said at a news conference Wednesday that the forged police reports would indicate that the immigrant was a victim of a crime. By Sara Cline, Jim Mustian, Associated Press
Politics Jun 17 Former Sen. Bob Menendez to begin serving 11-year sentence for accepting bribes of gold and cash The federal Bureau of Prisons confirmed that the New Jersey Democrat is in custody at the Federal Correctional Institution, Schuylkill in Minersville, Pennsylvania. By Michael R. Sisak, Larry Neumeister, Associated Press
Politics Apr 21 Nadine Menendez, wife of former senator, convicted in bribery scheme Menendez was convicted Monday of teaming up with her husband to accept bribes of cash, gold bars and a luxury car from three New Jersey men looking for help with their business dealings or legal troubles. By Larry Neumeister, Associated Press
Apr 03 DOJ declined to prosecute Texas attorney general in final weeks of Biden’s term, AP reports By Alanna Durkin Richer, Eric Tucker, Associated Press The Justice Department quietly decided in the final weeks of the Biden administration not to prosecute Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. Continue reading
Apr 03 Claiming bribery charges derailed Democratic primary campaign, NYC Mayor Eric Adams says he will run for reelection as independent By Anthony Izaguirre, Associated Press New York City Mayor Eric Adams says he will pull out of the city’s Democratic primary and will instead run for reelection as an independent candidate. Continue reading
Feb 18 New York’s governor meets state political leaders as she considers removing Mayor Eric Adams from office By Jake Offenhartz, Jennifer Peltz, Anthony Izaguirre, Associated Press The governor's scheduled meetings in New York City on Tuesday come as Adams, a Democrat, faces intense pressure to step down over criticism that he has lost the ability to independently govern the city. Continue reading
Feb 18 Judge orders hearing for motion to dismiss corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams By Larry Neumeister, Associated Press Judge Dale E. Ho in Manhattan set the hearing as his first response to the government's Friday request to dismiss the charges after a weeklong turmoil that led to resignations by several top prosecutors in Washington and New York who… Continue reading
Feb 17 Four deputies for New York City Mayor Adams resign as feds drop corruption case By Jake Offenhartz, Michael R. Sisak, Associated Press The Trump administration is seeking to ensure Adams' cooperation with its immigration crackdown. The bargain has raised new questions about the mayor's political independence and ability to lead the city. Continue reading