Bribes

Ariana Grande’s Fans Accused of Offering Bribes for ‘Wicked’ Award Nominations: Hollywood Critics Reveal Controversial Emails

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Los Angeles, CA – A recent controversy has emerged surrounding Ariana Grande’s performance in the film adaptation of the musical “Wicked,” as several Hollywood critics have disclosed receiving emails from the pop star’s fans. These emails allegedly offered bribes to secure Grande a nomination for Best Supporting Actress at the upcoming 30th annual Critics Choice Awards. Screenshots of these emails, shared by critics on social media, suggest that fans offered financial incentives ranging into four figures in an attempt to influence the awards process. This has sparked discussions about the ethics and integrity of entertainment … Read more

Trial Heats Up: Prosecutor Alleges Senator Menendez Sold Influence for Gold and Cash Bribes

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NEW YORK — Allegations of bribery have surfaced against Sen. Bob Menendez, a Democrat from New Jersey, as prosecutors claim he exchanged his political influence for personal gains. During a spirited closing argument on Monday, Assistant U.S. Attorney Paul Monteleoni accused Menendez of monetizing his significant political power to enrich himself and associates through corrupt dealings with three businessmen. The case, which unfolded in Manhattan’s federal court, highlights evidence amassed from a June 2022 FBI raid on Menendez’s residence, including gold, over $480,000 in cash, and luxury items purported to be bribes. Monteleoni’s presentation indicated … Read more

Corrections Officer Indicted for Smuggling Illegal Drugs and Tobacco into Jail, Allegedly Accepting Bribes from Inmates

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Hamilton, New Jersey – A corrections officer in Mercer County has been indicted by a grand jury on charges of accepting bribes in exchange for smuggling contraband into the jail, including illegal drugs and tobacco products. Tyree L. Hobbs, 39, is facing four second-degree charges, including official misconduct and bribery. He has been suspended without pay since July 2022 and was charged in June 2023. Hobbs allegedly began his illegal operation about 10 months after starting his job at the Mercer County Correctional Facility. According to investigators from the Attorney General’s Office of Public Integrity … Read more