US Abandons Corruption Probe Against Ex-New York Lieutenant Governor Brian Benjamin
2025-01-17
The New York Times
The US has dropped a corruption case against former New York Lieutenant Governor Brian Benjamin, who was accused of diverting state funds to a real estate developer in exchange for campaign donations. A crucial witness in the case has passed away, significantly impacting the prosecution's chances of success. This development comes as a major turn in the high-profile investigation, highlighting the challenges of pursuing corruption cases in the face of unforeseen circumstances, such as witness unavailability, and underscores the importance of transparency in government and campaign finance reform. The case had sparked debates on political corruption and ethics in public office.
