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NYC politics

Councilmember Investigated Over Possible Bribes In Shelter Contracting, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

fromSFGATE

Non-profit organizations

Former executive director of San Francisco city department arrested

Sheryl Davis, former executive director, was arrested for allegedly misusing millions in public funds for personal benefit and nonprofit steering.

fromFOX 5 New York

Brooklyn

Federal investigation targets NYC council member and sister over shelter deals

Federal authorities are investigating New York City Council member Farah Louis and her sister for possible corruption related to city contracts for migrant shelters.

fromtherealdeal.com

22 hours ago

The Daily Dirt: Is corruption alive and well in New York?

Two major corruption scandals in New York City involve bribery in construction approvals and embezzlement from a nonprofit organization.

fromCity Limits

Councilmember Investigated Over Possible Bribes In Shelter Contracting, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

Councilmember Farah Louis is under federal investigation for allegedly steering shelter contracts in exchange for benefits.

fromSFGATE

Non-profit organizations

Former executive director of San Francisco city department arrested

fromFOX 5 New York

Federal investigation targets NYC council member and sister over shelter deals

Federal authorities are investigating New York City Council member Farah Louis and her sister for possible corruption related to city contracts for migrant shelters.

more#corruption

fromIndependent

5 hours ago

Gearoid O'Sullivan: Would you be happy to have details of your tax affairs paraded in public?

New rules threaten taxpayer privacy by limiting the right to private hearings in the appeals process.

Compliance startup Delve removed from Y Combinator portfolio after anonymous whistleblower posts spark investor exodus - Silicon Canals

Delve has been removed from Y Combinator's portfolio due to serious allegations regarding its business practices and compliance misrepresentation.

fromTechCrunch

Venture

Delve whistleblower strikes again, with alleged receipts about 'fake compliance' | TechCrunch

European startups

fromSilicon Canals

6 hours ago

Compliance startup Delve removed from Y Combinator portfolio after anonymous whistleblower posts spark investor exodus - Silicon Canals

Delve has been removed from Y Combinator's portfolio due to serious allegations regarding its business practices and compliance misrepresentation.

fromTechCrunch

Venture

Delve whistleblower strikes again, with alleged receipts about 'fake compliance' | TechCrunch

Pam Bondi's handling of the Epstein files was problematic. Here's how it led to her downfall

Pam Bondi's tenure as attorney general raised expectations for transparency on Jeffrey Epstein but ultimately disappointed survivors seeking justice.

After the release of the Epstein files, why have there been so few arrests?

No new charges have been brought in the Epstein investigation despite the release of extensive documents and ongoing calls for accountability.

fromFast Company

Pam Bondi's handling of the Epstein files was problematic. Here's how it led to her downfall

Pam Bondi's tenure as attorney general raised expectations for transparency on Jeffrey Epstein but ultimately disappointed survivors seeking justice.

After the release of the Epstein files, why have there been so few arrests?

No new charges have been brought in the Epstein investigation despite the release of extensive documents and ongoing calls for accountability.

Most people don't realize that the dishonest people in their lives rarely lie about facts - they lie about their intentions, and that specific distinction is why you keep feeling confused rather than simply hurt - Silicon Canals

Intention lies involve sharing true facts with hidden motives, making them difficult to detect.

fromsfist.com

Supervisor Jackie Fielder's Absence From Board of Supervisors Follows Investigation Into Leaked Memo

Jackie Fielder's office is under investigation for leaking a confidential memo regarding the controversial RESET Center approved by the Board of Supervisors.

#trump-administration

fromFortune

23 hours ago

Non-profit organizations

The Trump administration is blurring the public and private sector workforce, and OPM director Scott Kupor won't rule out conflict of interest risks | Fortune

US politics

Trump accused of running misogynistic administration' after Bondi dismissal

US politics

The Ethically Fraught Four: Our Bracket Challenge Identifies The Four Trump Lawyers Most In Need Of An Ethics Probe - Above the Law

Non-profit organizations

fromFortune

23 hours ago

The Trump administration is blurring the public and private sector workforce, and OPM director Scott Kupor won't rule out conflict of interest risks | Fortune

Trump's second-term appointments created the wealthiest presidential administration, emphasizing ties between private sector and government.

Trump accused of running misogynistic administration' after Bondi dismissal

Trump's administration faces accusations of misogyny after firing two women from his cabinet while retaining male officials despite controversies.

more#trump-administration

The Ethically Fraught Four: Our Bracket Challenge Identifies The Four Trump Lawyers Most In Need Of An Ethics Probe - Above the Law

The ATL Madness bracket highlights which Trump administration lawyer deserves bar discipline, emphasizing the role of local licensing authorities in addressing unethical behavior.

fromGothamist

Nonprofit at the center of federal corruption probe still has a $94M city contract

BHRAGS Home Care Corp faces federal bribery and embezzlement charges while holding a $94 million city contract set to begin this summer.

Photography

fromThe Phoblographer

Our Staff is All Human. Can Other Publications Say the Same?

Phoblographer aims to reduce reliance on big photo retailers and banner ads by promoting a subscription model for sustainability.

fromComputerworld

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

A core infrastructure engineer pleads guilty to federal charges in insider attack

Rhyne's attack involved unauthorized remote desktop sessions, deletion of network administrator accounts, and changing of passwords, showcasing significant security vulnerabilities.

Information security

Higher education

Why Is Accountability Inconsistently Enforced?

Campus life often contrasts sharply with the ideal of community, revealing behaviors that range from humorous to criminal.

fromIrish Independent

Whistleblower penalisation claim against Wilson's Hospital School rejected

The Workplace Relations Commission has ruled against Siobhan Rogers, who claimed she faced penalisation for reporting financial and governance irregularities at Wilsons Hospital.

Law

Washington DC

Top Hegseth Aide Reportedly Spread False Rumor They Wore Disguises to Hit the Bars Together

A rumor about Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth sneaking out for drinks with his aide has sparked controversy and speculation within the administration.

EU data protection

fromAdExchanger

Data Privacy At The Kitchen Table | AdExchanger

Data privacy has become a significant concern for lawmakers and constituents, evolving into a key topic of discussion.

Podcast

fromElectronic Frontier Foundation

Former Trump White House Lawyer: He's 'Insane.' Current Cabinet: [Crickets] - Above the Law

Ty Cobb publicly criticizes Donald Trump, calling him insane and highlighting his erratic behavior on social media.

#privacy

Privacy technologies

Double Shot of Privacy's Defender in D.C.

Cindy Cohn's new book, Privacy's Defender, chronicles her 30-year fight for digital privacy and civil liberties.

fromArs Technica

fromElectronic Frontier Foundation

Perplexity's "Incognito Mode" is a "sham," lawsuit says

Perplexity's AI allegedly shares sensitive user chats with Google and Meta without consent, raising significant privacy concerns.

Privacy technologies

Double Shot of Privacy's Defender in D.C.

fromArs Technica

Perplexity's "Incognito Mode" is a "sham," lawsuit says

Perplexity's AI allegedly shares sensitive user chats with Google and Meta without consent, raising significant privacy concerns.

GOP congressman tells furious federal workers being fired is part of God's plan for them - LGBTQ Nation

Rep. Mark Alford faced backlash from constituents after suggesting job losses by Elon Musk are part of God's plan.

Portland

fromFortune

Colleges under pressure over building names with Epstein connections | Fortune

Protests at Ohio State University aim to remove Les Wexner's name from buildings due to his association with Jeffrey Epstein.

London politics

fromwww.bbc.com

'We're tired of calling the police, nothing gets done'

Shopkeepers in south London face daily thefts, with many feeling police response is inadequate.

UK politics

Drip feed of Reform UK controversies puts party's policy drive in shade

Reform UK faces significant internal issues, including high attrition rates and controversial statements from candidates.

Environment

fromHigh Country News

The government-funded coverup under our noses - High Country News

The Bureau of Land Management plans extensive drilling in central California, threatening ecosystems and public health in areas like the Irish Hills.

Education

fromHoodline

NYC Sheriff Supervisor Says Reassigned Over Background Checks

A senior investigator was removed for refusing to compromise on background checks for sheriff's academy recruits amid a hiring surge.

East Bay (California)

fromThe Oaklandside

Former mayoral staffer sues Oakland, says she was fired for blowing the whistle

Leigh Hanson filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination after raising concerns about unethical behavior involving then-Interim Mayor Kevin Jenkins and a city contractor.

Careers

fromFast Company

5 practical ways to build truth-telling cultures at work

An honest culture can boost financial performance by over 20%.

Former NYPD sergeant turned contractor charged in alleged bribery scheme

A former NYPD sergeant was arrested on bribery and conspiracy charges related to city contracts awarded to his security company.

fromNBC New York

Retired NYPD sergeant arrested in corruption probe linked to city lawmaker and governor's aide

A retired NYPD sergeant has been indicted on bribery charges linked to a city council member and a governor's aide in a corruption investigation.

fromSpectrumlocalnews

Feds probe whether council member, Hochul aide took bribes

Federal prosecutors are investigating potential bribery involving a New York City Council member and her sister related to migrant shelter funding.

fromNew York Daily News

Feds investigating NYC Council member, Hochul aide in possible migrant shelter kickback scheme

Federal prosecutors are investigating potential bribery involving NYC Council member Farah Louis and her sister related to migrant shelter funding.

fromAol

Feds probe NYC councilor, Hochul staffer, in migrant shelter bribery case

Federal prosecutors are investigating a New York City Council member and her sister for alleged bribery related to migrant shelter funding.

fromDailycaller

Feds Probe Hochul Aide, Councilwoman For Alleged Migrant Shelter Scheme

Federal prosecutors are investigating potential bribery involving aides to Governor Hochul and a city councilwoman related to migrant shelter funding.

Boston

fromGothamist

Former NYPD sergeant turned contractor charged in alleged bribery scheme

A former NYPD sergeant was arrested on bribery and conspiracy charges related to city contracts awarded to his security company.

fromNBC New York

Retired NYPD sergeant arrested in corruption probe linked to city lawmaker and governor's aide

A retired NYPD sergeant has been indicted on bribery charges linked to a city council member and a governor's aide in a corruption investigation.

fromSpectrumlocalnews

Feds probe whether council member, Hochul aide took bribes

Federal prosecutors are investigating potential bribery involving a New York City Council member and her sister related to migrant shelter funding.

fromNew York Daily News

Feds investigating NYC Council member, Hochul aide in possible migrant shelter kickback scheme

Federal prosecutors are investigating potential bribery involving NYC Council member Farah Louis and her sister related to migrant shelter funding.

fromAol

Feds probe NYC councilor, Hochul staffer, in migrant shelter bribery case

Federal prosecutors are investigating a New York City Council member and her sister for alleged bribery related to migrant shelter funding.

fromDailycaller

Feds Probe Hochul Aide, Councilwoman For Alleged Migrant Shelter Scheme

Federal prosecutors are investigating potential bribery involving aides to Governor Hochul and a city councilwoman related to migrant shelter funding.

Experts say geopolitical trades test limits of insider trading laws

Unusual trading patterns before Trump's Iran announcement raise questions about market integrity and the adequacy of current regulations.

Remote teams

fromTheregister

6 days ago

Security contractor blew the whistle on shabby support crew

Brad, a security contractor, faced challenges with antivirus alerts while working in a labor hire company's office without proper IT support.

Eric Swalwell Addresses Claim That Pam Bondi Was Fired for Leaking Info to Him

Rep. Eric Swalwell denied claims that Attorney General Pam Bondi leaked information to him regarding an investigation into his past.

fromPadailypost

Opinion: A DA shouldn't be using his office this way

Allegations against DA Jeff Rosen suggest unethical fundraising linked to prosecution of pro-Gaza protesters, raising concerns about political neutrality in law enforcement.

fromLos Angeles Times

Equity advocate turned defendant: Former head of S.F. human rights commission accused of corruption

Sheryl Davis is accused of steering millions of dollars to Collective Impact, a San Francisco-based nonprofit she previously ran as executive director, according to a criminal complaint filed Monday by the San Francisco District Attorney's Office.

Non-profit organizations

Information security

fromSecuritymagazine

Stakeholder Confidence in the Age of Digital Threats: PR as a Security Asset

Cybersecurity involves both technical measures and effective communication to maintain stakeholder trust during incidents.

fromThe Verge

Pinterest said he violated laid-off colleagues' privacy. Now he's going public

A former Pinterest engineer claims he was unjustly fired for sharing a tool that revealed employee layoffs.

Left-wing politics

White House Insists It Was Right At the Time' After Being Wrong About Maher Prize

The White House initially denied Bill Maher would receive the Mark Twain Prize, but later confirmed the award after further discussions.

Lawyers Warned Top Democratic PAC They May Have Misled Congress' on Illegal Foreign Donations Explosive NYT Report Reveals

ActBlue may have misled Congress about its foreign donation screening, raising legal risks and potential criminal liability.

US Elections

fromKqed

California Media Seek Access to Secret Warrants in Sheriff's Ballot Seizure Case | KQED

Sheriff Bianco obtained warrants to investigate ballot discrepancies in Riverside County, but the investigation is currently on hold due to legal challenges.

Relationships

fromSlate Magazine

My Sister Kept Her Man a Secret for 25 Years. Now That I Know Why, I Wish She'd Never Told Me.

Accepting your sister's partner is a reality you must face, regardless of personal feelings about their choices.

Did the FBI just post this propaganda video to save Kash Patel's job?

The FBI released a video celebrating Director Kash Patel's first year, criticized as propaganda for its cinematic portrayal of law enforcement successes.

Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump cases sue agency and DoJ over firings

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their work on Trump-related investigations, seeking to represent others fired for political reasons.

Did the FBI just post this propaganda video to save Kash Patel's job?

The FBI released a video celebrating Director Kash Patel's first year, criticized as propaganda for its cinematic portrayal of law enforcement successes.

Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump cases sue agency and DoJ over firings

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their work on Trump-related investigations, seeking to represent others fired for political reasons.

S.F. Ethics Commission will weigh in on Lurie-Trump phone records

Mayor Daniel Lurie faces scrutiny for not disclosing records of his call with President Trump regarding federal agent deployment.

fromsfist.com

As City Committee Applies Pressure, Lurie's Office Insists There Are No More Documents Relating to Trump Phone Call

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie faces scrutiny over withholding records of his phone call with President Trump regarding federal agent deployment.

fromMission Local

S.F. Ethics Commission will weigh in on Lurie-Trump phone records

Mayor Daniel Lurie faces scrutiny for not disclosing records of his call with President Trump regarding federal agent deployment.

fromsfist.com

As City Committee Applies Pressure, Lurie's Office Insists There Are No More Documents Relating to Trump Phone Call

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie faces scrutiny over withholding records of his phone call with President Trump regarding federal agent deployment.

more#san-francisco

fromInvestigative Post

Investigative Post event on reforming Buffalo and NY government.

John Kaehny has written and successfully lobbied for the passage of state and New York City laws related to government transparency and accountability, including the first open data law in the world in 2012.

NYC politics

fromwww.aljazeera.com

Ten years since Panama Papers: What did they reveal, did anything change?

The Panama Papers leak revealed extensive offshore financial networks used by the global elite, involving over 11.5 million documents from Mossack Fonseca.

Information security

fromInfoWorld

Claude Code leak puts enterprise trust at risk as security, governance concerns mount

Leaks threaten Anthropic's market position and raise security concerns about its AI coding tools.

US Elections

from24/7 Wall St.

Congress May Finally Ban Its Own Stock Trading and NANC Would Feel It First

The investment case for NANC relies on Congress members' ability to trade stocks, now facing significant legislative challenges.

#pam-bondi

US politics

MS NOW Defends Bondi Portrait Report Amid Onslaught of Criticism From Trump DOJ

US politics

Nancy Mace Not Letting Pam Bondi Off the Hook for Epstein Testimony: She's Required by Law'

US politics

On Thin Ice for a Long Time': Fox Justice Correspondent Details How Epstein Doomed Bondi

US politics

Top Oversight Democrat says fired AG Pam Bondi 'must answer' for Epstein files

US politics

Colbert Mocks Bondi's Firing With The Only Document More Redacted Than DOJ's - Above the Law

US politics

Pam Bondi's firing won't have the effect Trump desires | Moira Donegan

MS NOW Defends Bondi Portrait Report Amid Onslaught of Criticism From Trump DOJ

MS NOW stands by its report showing Pam Bondi's portrait discarded after her firing, despite DOJ's claims of fake news.

Nancy Mace Not Letting Pam Bondi Off the Hook for Epstein Testimony: She's Required by Law'

Pam Bondi's ousting as attorney general raises questions about her handling of Jeffrey Epstein files and her upcoming deposition.

On Thin Ice for a Long Time': Fox Justice Correspondent Details How Epstein Doomed Bondi

Pam Bondi's handling of the Epstein files led to her ouster as Attorney General despite her close relationship with President Trump.

Top Oversight Democrat says fired AG Pam Bondi 'must answer' for Epstein files

Firing Pam Bondi will not stop congressional investigations into her actions related to President Trump and the Epstein files.

Colbert Mocks Bondi's Firing With The Only Document More Redacted Than DOJ's - Above the Law

Pam Bondi's firing is linked to her handling of the Epstein files, prompting comedic commentary from Stephen Colbert.

Pam Bondi's firing won't have the effect Trump desires | Moira Donegan

Pam Bondi was fired as Trump's attorney general due to dissatisfaction with her performance and ongoing issues related to the Epstein scandal.

more#pam-bondi

Pete Buttigieg spotlights ethics concerns about Trump Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy

The Atlantic report details financial and political activity involving Duffy, a former Republican congressman representing Wisconsin, that ethics experts say blurs the line between public office and political activity.

SF politics

fromPoynter

Like journalists, prosecutors shaped a distorted view of crime. They can help fix it, too. - Poynter

Prosecutors and journalists both contribute to misleading public perceptions of crime, but prosecutors possess crucial data to tell a more accurate story.

Democrat Hurls Startling Accusation at Trump After Watching Him at Supreme Court

Rob Bonta accused Trump of potentially trying to intimidate the Supreme Court during his attendance at oral arguments in a birthright citizenship case.

fromemptywheel

Trump Fires Bondi for Failing to Cover Up Allegations He Raped a Teenager - emptywheel

Trump fired Pam Bondi amid controversies over her handling of Epstein-related allegations and failure to prosecute Trump's enemies.

Congressman Alleges Trump Fired Bondi To Prevent Her From Testifying About Epstein

Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi to prevent her from testifying about Jeffrey Epstein.

fromTruthout

Raskin: DOJ Records Suggest Trump Leveraged Classified Docs for Financial Gain

Rep. Jamie Raskin demands answers from Attorney General Pam Bondi regarding President Trump's mishandling of classified documents for personal gain.

US Elections

Democrat Hurls Startling Accusation at Trump After Watching Him at Supreme Court

Rob Bonta accused Trump of potentially trying to intimidate the Supreme Court during his attendance at oral arguments in a birthright citizenship case.

fromemptywheel

Trump Fires Bondi for Failing to Cover Up Allegations He Raped a Teenager - emptywheel

Trump fired Pam Bondi amid controversies over her handling of Epstein-related allegations and failure to prosecute Trump's enemies.

Congressman Alleges Trump Fired Bondi To Prevent Her From Testifying About Epstein

Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi to prevent her from testifying about Jeffrey Epstein.

fromTruthout

Raskin: DOJ Records Suggest Trump Leveraged Classified Docs for Financial Gain

Rep. Jamie Raskin demands answers from Attorney General Pam Bondi regarding President Trump's mishandling of classified documents for personal gain.

Feds broke down NYC Council member's door in predawn raid

Federal investigators raided the homes of New York City Council Member Farah Louis and her sister as part of a bribery and fraud investigation.

4 arrested in corruption probe linked to NYC shelter operator, AP source says

Federal authorities arrested four individuals linked to a Brooklyn nonprofit under investigation for alleged bribery and misuse of city funds for homeless shelters.

fromAP News

4 arrested in corruption investigation linked to NYC homeless shelter operator, AP source says

Federal authorities arrested four individuals linked to a Brooklyn nonprofit under investigation for potential bribery and kickbacks related to city contracts for homeless shelters.

fromNews 12 - Default

4 arrested in corruption investigation linked to NYC homeless shelter operator, AP source says

Federal authorities arrested four individuals linked to a Brooklyn nonprofit under investigation for alleged bribery and misuse of city funds for homeless shelters.

fromNew York Post

Federal prosecutors investigating if NYC Council member, Hochul aide took bribes to help migrant shelter provider: report

Federal prosecutors are investigating Brooklyn officials for possible bribery related to contracts for a migrant shelter provider.

fromNy1

4 arrested in corruption probe linked to NYC shelter operator, AP source says

Federal authorities arrested four individuals linked to a Brooklyn nonprofit under investigation for alleged bribery and misuse of city funds for homeless shelters.

fromAP News

4 arrested in corruption investigation linked to NYC homeless shelter operator, AP source says

Federal authorities arrested four individuals linked to a Brooklyn nonprofit under investigation for potential bribery and kickbacks related to city contracts for homeless shelters.

fromNews 12 - Default

4 arrested in corruption investigation linked to NYC homeless shelter operator, AP source says

Federal authorities arrested four individuals linked to a Brooklyn nonprofit under investigation for alleged bribery and misuse of city funds for homeless shelters.

fromNew York Post

Federal prosecutors investigating if NYC Council member, Hochul aide took bribes to help migrant shelter provider: report

Federal prosecutors are investigating Brooklyn officials for possible bribery related to contracts for a migrant shelter provider.

The Attorney General and the Solicitor General Just Discovered the Limits of Blind Loyalty

Pam Bondi's tenure as Attorney General ended amid criticism of incompetence and cruelty at the Department of Justice.

fromThe Atlantic

Trump's Cozy Transportation Secretary

Richard and Elizabeth Uihlein have lobbied to reverse trucker work hour restrictions, influencing policy and political donations significantly.

fromEsquire

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Continues to Sink to New Lows

Minnesota Rep. Elliott Engen was arrested for driving while impaired, highlighting issues of hypocrisy among lawmakers regarding DUI offenses.

House panel finds Florida Democrat guilty of ethics violations

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick faces potential expulsion after the House Ethics Committee found evidence of multiple rule violations related to campaign funding.

fromFox News

NYC Dem, Hochul aide under investigation over alleged migrant shelter bribes

Federal prosecutors are investigating potential bribery involving a New York City Council member and her sister related to migrant shelter funding.

fromThe Atlantic

The Epstein Spectrum

The Epstein files reveal varying degrees of moral complicity among individuals connected to him, highlighting the complexity of their actions and motivations.

As DOJ prepares to share state voter data with DHS, a key privacy officer resigns

The DOJ is acquiring sensitive voter registration data, raising privacy concerns, as a key privacy officer resigns amid ongoing legal challenges.

fromIntelligencer

Trump Fired Bondi For Doing Bad Things Poorly

Being a chief law enforcement officer under a president with imperial views is challenging and can lead to job loss despite loyalty.

Democrats Probing CEO Awarded DHS Contracts By Noem: Report

Rep. Robert Garcia demands answers regarding government contracts awarded during Kristi Noem's tenure at DHS, citing opaque contracting practices.

Dems Scold Trump For Not Stealing Money Sooner - Above the Law

American airports face severe staffing shortages due to unpaid TSA agents, leading to long security lines and flight delays.

fromIntelligencer

Pentagon Demands Retraction Over Insider-Trading Allegations

The Pentagon demands a retraction of a report alleging insider trading by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's broker before the Iran war.

fromemptywheel

2 weeks ago

Accountability - emptywheel

Accountability for Trump and his administration is essential to prevent him from scapegoating Muslims for failures resulting from his Iran conflict decisions.

1 month ago

I WILL NOT BE BLACKMAILED': Republican Accused of Having Affair With Aide Who Killed Herself Speaks Out

Rep. Tony Gonzales rejects an NDA, denies allegations, and demands release of the Uvalde police report after an aide's reported suicide linked to an affair.