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Tag Archives: richard lipsky
Lipsky’s Cooperation With Authorities Prompts Unease – NYTimes.com
Now that word has leaked that convicted former lobbyist Richard Lipsky is cooperating with federal authorities in hopes of reducing his jail sentence, “no-good” elected officials wringing their hands, looking over their shoulders, and treating their cellphones like “live” grenades. … Continue reading
Brooklyn state Senator to plead guilty in federal court
Brooklyn state Senator Carl Kruger does the honorable thing today. The DN reports that he will plead guilty to federal corruption charges and resign from office. H/T to the US Attorney – Eastern District Preet Bharara. This time they apparently know how … Continue reading
Boyland Found “Not Guilty!”
Boyland Found Not Guilty NOV 10TH – 4:32 PM Posted by Nick Reisman Brooklyn Democratic Assemblyman William Boyland was acquitted today of federal corruption charges, part of an overarching graft case that ensnared an additional Democratic lawmaker and top lobbyists. Boyland had been accused of taking a $175,000 … Continue reading