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Mayor Eric Adams Is Indicted: Live Updates

Mayor Eric Adams faces serious charges from a public corruption investigation involving illegal foreign donations linked to his campaign's connections with the Turkish government.

Indicted New York City Mayor Eric Adams could appear before a judge Friday

Mayor Eric Adams is indicted on charges of accepting illegal campaign contributions and favors in exchange for influence.

Brooklyn Real Estate Mogul to Plead Guilty in Campaign Fund Corruption Case Involving Mayor Adams

Erden Arkan will plead guilty to conspiracy related to illegal campaign contributions tied to Mayor Eric Adams.

Eric Adams arrives at court following charges he accepted bribes and illegal campaign contributions

New York City Mayor Eric Adams faces federal allegations of corruption involving illegal campaign contributions and undisclosed foreign travel during his time in office.

Federal Prosecutors Appear To Zero In On NYC Mayor Eric Adams In Criminal Corruption Probe: Report

Federal prosecutors are conducting a criminal investigation into Mayor Eric Adams regarding potential illegal campaign donations from the Turkish government.

FBI raids homes of two top New York City officials close to Mayor Eric Adams, sources say

FBI searches target top officials in NYC Mayor Adams' administration amid ongoing investigations into campaign financing and foreign contributions.

Mayor Eric Adams Is Indicted: Live Updates

Mayor Eric Adams faces serious charges from a public corruption investigation involving illegal foreign donations linked to his campaign's connections with the Turkish government.

Indicted New York City Mayor Eric Adams could appear before a judge Friday

Mayor Eric Adams is indicted on charges of accepting illegal campaign contributions and favors in exchange for influence.

Brooklyn Real Estate Mogul to Plead Guilty in Campaign Fund Corruption Case Involving Mayor Adams

Erden Arkan will plead guilty to conspiracy related to illegal campaign contributions tied to Mayor Eric Adams.

Eric Adams arrives at court following charges he accepted bribes and illegal campaign contributions

New York City Mayor Eric Adams faces federal allegations of corruption involving illegal campaign contributions and undisclosed foreign travel during his time in office.

Federal Prosecutors Appear To Zero In On NYC Mayor Eric Adams In Criminal Corruption Probe: Report

Federal prosecutors are conducting a criminal investigation into Mayor Eric Adams regarding potential illegal campaign donations from the Turkish government.

FBI raids homes of two top New York City officials close to Mayor Eric Adams, sources say

FBI searches target top officials in NYC Mayor Adams' administration amid ongoing investigations into campaign financing and foreign contributions.
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Supreme Court Rejects Ex-Lt. Gov. of New York's Bid to Dismiss Charges

Brian A. Benjamin, former NY lieutenant governor, facing trial on federal corruption charges after Supreme Court's refusal to dismiss the case.

Prosecutors: Brooklyn Businessman Will Plead Guilty to Conspiracy Charge in Case Against Mayor Adams

Brooklyn real estate magnate Erden Arkan plans to plead guilty to conspiracy charges surrounding illegal campaign contributions to Mayor Eric Adams.

Prosecutors: Brooklyn businessman will plead guilty to conspiracy charge in case against Mayor Adams

Erden Arkan plans to plead guilty to conspiracy tied to illegal campaign contributions for NYC Mayor Eric Adams.

Terence Banks - brother of top NYC officials at center of federal probe - is old family friend of Mayor Adams

Terence Banks is a target of a federal probe linked to his influential family ties and campaign contributions to Mayor Eric Adams.

Supreme Court Rejects Ex-Lt. Gov. of New York's Bid to Dismiss Charges

Brian A. Benjamin, former NY lieutenant governor, facing trial on federal corruption charges after Supreme Court's refusal to dismiss the case.

Prosecutors: Brooklyn Businessman Will Plead Guilty to Conspiracy Charge in Case Against Mayor Adams

Brooklyn real estate magnate Erden Arkan plans to plead guilty to conspiracy charges surrounding illegal campaign contributions to Mayor Eric Adams.

Prosecutors: Brooklyn businessman will plead guilty to conspiracy charge in case against Mayor Adams

Erden Arkan plans to plead guilty to conspiracy tied to illegal campaign contributions for NYC Mayor Eric Adams.

Terence Banks - brother of top NYC officials at center of federal probe - is old family friend of Mayor Adams

Terence Banks is a target of a federal probe linked to his influential family ties and campaign contributions to Mayor Eric Adams.
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Ethics commission dismisses Watson and Greco cases and sets hearing on two other complaints - Austin Monitor

The Ethics Review Commission continues to address ethics violations from the recent election, impacting local governance and candidates' campaigns.
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Federal agents raid hotel owned by Eric Adams supporter linked to suspicious donations

Federal agents raided a hotel owned by Weihong Hu linked to suspicious campaign contributions and city contracts involving NYC Mayor Eric Adams.

Ex-N.Y.P.D. Official Admits Funneling Illegal Donations to Eric Adams

Retired police inspector pleads guilty to directing straw donors to contribute to Mayor Eric Adams' campaign.
Mr. Montgomery agreed not to organize or host any fundraisers or solicit contributions for a campaign for one year.

Federal agents raid hotel owned by Eric Adams supporter linked to suspicious donations

Federal agents raided a hotel owned by Weihong Hu linked to suspicious campaign contributions and city contracts involving NYC Mayor Eric Adams.

Ex-N.Y.P.D. Official Admits Funneling Illegal Donations to Eric Adams

Retired police inspector pleads guilty to directing straw donors to contribute to Mayor Eric Adams' campaign.
Mr. Montgomery agreed not to organize or host any fundraisers or solicit contributions for a campaign for one year.
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House Democrats ask Trump if he illegally accepted $10 million from Egypt

Democratic leaders are demanding transparency regarding potential illegal campaign contributions from Egypt to Trump during his presidential run.

Trump hush-money judge delays ruling on whether to throw out conviction

Judge postpones ruling on Trump's presidential immunity appeal, reflecting ongoing legal challenges and implications for his 2024 campaign.

Trump praises Elon Musk in election night speech: 'A star is born'

Trump hailed Elon Musk as a 'new star' and praised his political contributions as he edges closer to a White House comeback.

House Democrats ask Trump if he illegally accepted $10 million from Egypt

Democratic leaders are demanding transparency regarding potential illegal campaign contributions from Egypt to Trump during his presidential run.

Trump hush-money judge delays ruling on whether to throw out conviction

Judge postpones ruling on Trump's presidential immunity appeal, reflecting ongoing legal challenges and implications for his 2024 campaign.

Trump praises Elon Musk in election night speech: 'A star is born'

Trump hailed Elon Musk as a 'new star' and praised his political contributions as he edges closer to a White House comeback.
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The crypto industry was the decisive winner of the 2024 election

The emergence of a pro-crypto voter bloc influenced recent elections, underscoring crypto's growing political impact despite initial skepticism.
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Big industry campaign donors give lopsided edge to Harris

Kamala Harris's campaign is heavily supported by California's real estate industry, with a significant majority of industry donors favoring her over Trump.

Here are the 100 California residents giving the most in the race for the White House

California is a major source of presidential campaign funding, especially for Democratic candidates like Kamala Harris.

Big industry campaign donors give lopsided edge to Harris

Kamala Harris's campaign is heavily supported by California's real estate industry, with a significant majority of industry donors favoring her over Trump.

Here are the 100 California residents giving the most in the race for the White House

California is a major source of presidential campaign funding, especially for Democratic candidates like Kamala Harris.
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Who are the billionaires pumping millions into candidates' campaigns?

Billionaires are significantly influencing the Trump-Harris election with record financial contributions, highlighting wealth disparities in democratic participation.

Elon Musk Donates $2 Million for Republican Judges in Texas

Elon Musk has shifted from political neutrality to active involvement in Texas politics, supporting Republican candidates with substantial donations.
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Californians donating $1 million a day to Harris campaign, blowing away support for Biden

Harris's campaign contributions from California surged to $1 million a day, significantly outperforming Biden's, indicating strong Democratic excitement and support for her candidacy.

Behind Kamala Harris's Rise: Silicon Valley's Wealthiest Woman

Laurene Powell Jobs has played a crucial behind-the-scenes role in Kamala Harris's political ascent, providing both support and strategic counsel.

These Bay Area tech giants' workers are flooding Kamala Harris with money

Kamala Harris is significantly outperforming Donald Trump in garnering campaign contributions from Silicon Valley employees.

Donald Trump has donated to Kamala Harris twice, but she didn't keep the money

Biden's choice of Harris as VP led to the revelation of Trump's previous donations. Trump financially supported many Democrats before 2010.

Which Oakland neighborhoods are giving the most money to Harris - and Trump?

Oaklanders overwhelmingly prefer Kamala Harris and Joe Biden over Donald Trump in campaign contributions, highlighting strong local political leanings.

Top Harris surrogate Mark Cuban hasn't given her 'a penny' and wouldn't take a cabinet post

Mark Cuban has not financially supported Kamala Harris despite being a prominent public surrogate.

Californians donating $1 million a day to Harris campaign, blowing away support for Biden

Harris's campaign contributions from California surged to $1 million a day, significantly outperforming Biden's, indicating strong Democratic excitement and support for her candidacy.

Behind Kamala Harris's Rise: Silicon Valley's Wealthiest Woman

Laurene Powell Jobs has played a crucial behind-the-scenes role in Kamala Harris's political ascent, providing both support and strategic counsel.

These Bay Area tech giants' workers are flooding Kamala Harris with money

Kamala Harris is significantly outperforming Donald Trump in garnering campaign contributions from Silicon Valley employees.

Donald Trump has donated to Kamala Harris twice, but she didn't keep the money

Biden's choice of Harris as VP led to the revelation of Trump's previous donations. Trump financially supported many Democrats before 2010.

Which Oakland neighborhoods are giving the most money to Harris - and Trump?

Oaklanders overwhelmingly prefer Kamala Harris and Joe Biden over Donald Trump in campaign contributions, highlighting strong local political leanings.

Top Harris surrogate Mark Cuban hasn't given her 'a penny' and wouldn't take a cabinet post

Mark Cuban has not financially supported Kamala Harris despite being a prominent public surrogate.
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Corporate America's leftward shift

Corporate America is increasingly leaning left, but remains ideologically divided, with CEOs still slightly right-oriented on average.
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Donald Trump leaves San Francisco for Beverly Hills to rake in more campaign cash

Donald Trump's fundraising visit in Beverly Hills post-conviction is expected to draw large support amidst Republican surge in campaign contributions.

Billionaire first to reach $100m in election donations to Trump and RFK Jr

Billionaire Tim Mellon donated $50m to Trump's campaign boosting post-trial funds, hitting $100m total contributions in 2022 election.

Fake electors from 2020 giving thousands to Trump-Vance campaign

Fake electors from the 2020 election continue their influence in politics through contributions to Trump and Republicans, despite facing legal repercussions.

Opinion | Why the Oil and Gas Industry Is So Afraid of Kamala Harris

Trump proposed rolling back unfavorable policies for a billion-dollar campaign donation from fossil fuel executives.
Oil and gas companies fear that a Biden or Harris victory could accelerate their decline.

Donald Trump leaves San Francisco for Beverly Hills to rake in more campaign cash

Donald Trump's fundraising visit in Beverly Hills post-conviction is expected to draw large support amidst Republican surge in campaign contributions.

Billionaire first to reach $100m in election donations to Trump and RFK Jr

Billionaire Tim Mellon donated $50m to Trump's campaign boosting post-trial funds, hitting $100m total contributions in 2022 election.

Fake electors from 2020 giving thousands to Trump-Vance campaign

Fake electors from the 2020 election continue their influence in politics through contributions to Trump and Republicans, despite facing legal repercussions.

Opinion | Why the Oil and Gas Industry Is So Afraid of Kamala Harris

Trump proposed rolling back unfavorable policies for a billion-dollar campaign donation from fossil fuel executives.
Oil and gas companies fear that a Biden or Harris victory could accelerate their decline.
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Election grab bag: Money, lawsuits, and language

Candidates must secure significant funding to effectively communicate their messages ahead of the election.
Transparency laws enable the public to track substantial campaign contributions and influences.

California passed a law to stop pay to play' in local politics. After two years, legislators want to gut it

A 2022 law in California aimed to limit businesses' influence on local elections, supported by legislators but facing opposition for potential watering down.

Election grab bag: Money, lawsuits, and language

Candidates must secure significant funding to effectively communicate their messages ahead of the election.
Transparency laws enable the public to track substantial campaign contributions and influences.

California passed a law to stop pay to play' in local politics. After two years, legislators want to gut it

A 2022 law in California aimed to limit businesses' influence on local elections, supported by legislators but facing opposition for potential watering down.
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Elections grab bag: Schaaf, Thao, Price and a lot of candidate forums

Candidates are ramping up voter engagement as Election Day approaches, seeking to connect with constituents directly.

Zhu: Financial loopholes in campaigns - San Jose Spotlight

Money in politics gives unfair influence to large donors, leading to a prioritization of individual interests over community needs.

Tale of two mayors: Michael Bloomberg boosts San Jose candidate - San Jose Spotlight

Sam Liccardo's long-standing relationship with Michael Bloomberg includes financial support and potential ethical questions.

U.S. oil and gas production is booming. And Republican politicians are reaping the rewards

August Pfluger, a top recipient of oil and gas campaign contributions, champions industry interests in Congress despite little national spotlight.

Porter attacks Schiff for taking 'dirty money.' His response? 'I gave that money to you'

Katie Porter criticizes Adam Schiff's campaign contributions from corporate interests.
Schiff defends his acceptance of corporate donations by highlighting support for other candidates.

Law firms pumped millions into NY campaigns as lawmakers made it easier to sue: report

Law firms donated millions to NY politicians for lawsuit expansion.
Top recipients of donations were Gov. Hochul, AG James, and state Democratic committees.

Paul Vallas facing $10,500 fine from city's ethics board

Paul Vallas, the recent mayoral runner-up in Chicago, has been fined $10,500 for violating campaign finance rules.
Vallas accepted a $5,000 contribution from an entity, exceeding the campaign contribution limit and did not refund the excess amount.

Silicon Valley Hasn't Embraced Trump. But It's Wavering on Biden

Key political donors in Silicon Valley have varying political affiliations, with some supporting progressive Democrats, while others remain neutral or critical of Trump.
The venture industry is leaning more towards Democratic donations this election cycle, with a 2:1 ratio of donations to Democrats compared to Republicans among the top firms.
The crypto industry leans more towards Republicans, with key leaders criticizing the Biden administration's regulatory plans and demonstrating a plurality of support for the GOP.

Join Us to Hear About the Loopholes of Hawaii's Pay-to-Play Law

Hawaii's largest corruption scandal involved politicians accepting bribes through campaign contributions.
Journalists uncovered systematic failures in Hawaii's anti-corruption reform efforts.
A hybrid discussion will be held to delve into the investigation detailing campaign contributions and state contracts.

Brooklyn's 56th Assembly District race heats up as progressive newcomer challenges incumbent * Brooklyn Paper

First-time candidate Eon Tyrell Huntley challenges Democratic incumbent Stefani Zinerman in the Brooklyn 56th Assembly District race with progressive platform and endorsements.
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