Tag: public corruption
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Brooklyn Medicaid Fraud Case Exposes How $68 Million Meant for the Vulnerable Was Looted
Two Brooklyn marketers pleaded guilty to a Medicaid fraud scheme that stole over $68 million aimed at aiding seniors and disabled individuals. Manal Wasef and Elaine Antao conspired to receive illegal kickbacks, leading to phantom service billing. They face up to 10 years in prison and have agreed to forfeit about $1 million.
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Former NYC Housing Liaison Charged in Bribery and PPP Fraud Case
Federal prosecutors have charged Anthony Herbert, a former New York City official, with bribery and fraud, alleging he exploited his position for personal gain. He faces six federal counts related to pay-to-play schemes totaling $16,000 and a fraudulent PPP loan application for over $20,000. Herbert, who pleaded not guilty, was released on bond.
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Top 5 Biggest Scandals and News Stories to Rock New York in 2025
From City Hall corruption and a historic mayoral upset to deadly public-safety failures and systemic financial misconduct, 2025 exposed deep cracks in New York’s political and institutional foundations—raising urgent questions about accountability in a one-party state.
New York Bay News 