The case against Brian Benjamin, who resigned as New York’s second-in-command last week, may hinge on whether political contributions in this case constituted a bribe.
Tag: Migdol, Gerald
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The Deep-Pocketed Developer Who Helped Take Down the Lieutenant Governor
Gerald Migdol, a Harlem developer, became the linchpin in a federal investigation that led to the indictment and resignation of Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin.
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Lt. Gov. Benjamin Resigns Following Campaign Finance Indictment
Brian A. Benjamin, New York’s second in command to Gov. Kathy Hochul, was charged with bribery, fraud and falsification of records while a state senator.
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Lt. Gov. Benjamin Arrested in Campaign Finance Scheme
Brian A. Benjamin, New York’s No. 2 official to Gov. Kathy Hochul, will face a federal charge that he conspired to commit bribery while a state senator.
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Lt. Gov. Benjamin Is Focus of Federal Inquiry Into Campaign Fraud
Prosecutors are examining whether Brian Benjamin, New York’s second-highest state official, participated in a plan to boost his campaign fund with fraudulent donations.