New York City Mayor Eric Adams and the 'Deep State' Conspiracy

New York City Mayor Eric Adams believes in the existence of the 'deep state' and expresses concerns about its influence on government operations. He recently dismissed corruption charges brought against him by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York.

White-collar defendants seeking Trump's pardon

White-collar defendants are seeking Trump's pardon by framing themselves as victims of a corrupt justice system. Trump's recent actions indicate ongoing use of clemency powers. Various high-profile convicts are appealing directly to Trump through creative maneuvers. Interest in seeking presidential clemency has surged. Crypto entrepreneurs like Joby Weeks and Roger Ver are portraying themselves as victims and seeking clemency. Foreign businessman Ekim Alptekin has reemerged with a story involving the Biden family. Politicians facing corruption charges are also hoping for Trump's legal interventions.

DOJ Review of Corruption Charges Against NYC Mayor Eric Adams

Federal judge in Manhattan is reviewing the DOJ's handling of corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams. The case is seen as a test of how the Trump administration will use the DOJ's power to advance its political agenda.

New York Governor's Decision on Mayor Eric Adams

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul will not remove Mayor Eric Adams from office at this time, but plans to impose strict guardrails on his administration. Adams, who was indicted on federal criminal corruption charges, is seeking favor with President Donald Trump. The Department of Justice requested the case to be dismissed to avoid harming Adams' cooperation with Trump's administration.

Resignation of U.S. Attorney and Dropping of Corruption Charges Against Mayor Eric Adams

Danielle R. Sassoon, acting U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, resigned after being ordered to drop corruption charges against Mayor Eric Adams. The move appears to be a rebuke to the Justice Department, three days after a memo was issued to drop the case. Adams was charged with receiving campaign contributions from foreign nationals and committing wire fraud and bribery.

Former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich's Pardon by President Donald Trump

Former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich discusses receiving a pardon from President Donald Trump on 'The Story' and expresses gratitude towards Trump. Blagojevich maintains his innocence in corruption charges and talks about potential future roles.

Trump's Pardon of Former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich

President Donald Trump commuted the former Illinois governor's federal prison sentence on corruption charges in 2020 and is expected to pardon him. The governor, Rod Blagojevich, was convicted in 2011 and sentenced to 14 years before Trump reduced his prison term.

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan's Comparison to Donald Trump

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, jailed on corruption charges, compared himself to Donald Trump in an interview with Fox News Digital. Khan remains popular despite legal troubles and draws parallels between his 'Naya Pakistan' agenda and Trump's MAGA movement.

George Santos Pleads Guilty to Corruption Charges

Former New York Congress member George Santos pleaded guilty to federal corruption charges.

Former MLB outfielder Raúl Mondesi completes prison term through house arrest

Former MLB outfielder Raúl Mondesi has completed his prison term for corruption charges through house arrest in the Dominican Republic.

Diplomatic Crisis between Mexico and Ecuador

Mexico breaks off diplomatic ties with Ecuador after police break into Mexican embassy in Quito to arrest former Ecuadorian vice president seeking political asylum due to corruption charges. Tensions escalate between the two countries with accusations of violations of international law.

Corruption Charges Against South African Parliament Speaker

South African Parliament speaker faces charges of corruption for allegedly taking bribes totaling $135,000 and a wig over a three-year period while she was defense minister. The prosecutors have offered her the opportunity to turn herself in and be formally charged.

Sen. Bob Menendez's Response to Federal Corruption Charges

Sen. Bob Menendez, facing federal corruption charges, refuses to resign from the U.S. Senate and considers running as an independent in the general election.

Federal Judge Denies Rod Blagojevich's Ballot Eligibility Appeal

Former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich's attempt to regain ballot eligibility was shut down by a federal judge who quoted Dr. Seuss, highlighting Blagojevich's fall from grace. Blagojevich sued the state in 2020 after being impeached and convicted on corruption charges related to attempts to sell Obama's Senate seat. The judge dismissed the case, emphasizing the judiciary's lack of power to reverse impeachment. Blagojevich served 8 years of a 14-year sentence before it was commuted by Trump.