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Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones pleaded not guilty to federal charges of insider information and rigged poker games, with potential plea negotiations underway, and is scheduled to return to court in November.
Former Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg is in plea negotiations with the Manhattan district attorney's office to resolve a potential perjury charge related to his testimony in a civil fraud trial involving former President Donald Trump. If successful, Weisselberg would plead guilty to lying on the witness stand. This would mark his second criminal conviction, following a previous guilty plea related to tax evasion charges against the Trump Organization. The trial against Trump and other top Trump Organization executives, accusing them of engaging in a decade-long scheme of fraud and misrepresentation, is ongoing.
Former U.S. Rep. George Santos appeared in court for the first time since his expulsion from Congress, with his lawyer expressing optimism about plea negotiations in his criminal fraud case. The lawyer successfully argued against speeding up the trial, stating that they were in talks to resolve the case. The judge agreed to set the next hearing for January 23 and mentioned that September seemed like the earliest possible trial date. Santos, who faces multiple charges including defrauding campaign donors and using campaign contributions for personal expenses, pleaded not guilty to a revised indictment in October. Prosecutors revealed they were negotiating with Santos to potentially resolve the case without a trial. A special election will be held on February 13 to elect his successor.
Former U.S. representative George Santos, who was recently expelled from Congress, is reportedly in plea negotiations to potentially settle his indictment for fraud and campaign finance-related crimes. Federal prosecutors have proposed pre-trial deadlines and an extension to the speedy trial clock to continue discussions for a plea agreement. Santos, who has pleaded not guilty to all charges, is facing multiple counts, including defrauding donors and lying to obtain pandemic unemployment benefits. He was expelled from Congress after an investigation revealed misuse of campaign funds and ethical issues. Santos's attorney declined to comment, and a trial date has been set for September, although prosecutors have requested an earlier date.
Former Long Island Rep. George Santos, who was expelled from Congress, is currently in plea negotiations with federal prosecutors ahead of his corruption trial. Santos is facing a 23-count federal indictment, including charges of embezzlement and identity fraud, which could result in more than 22 years in prison. He has expressed a desire to avoid jail time and is open to community service or a plea deal. Santos has previously vowed to prove his innocence but has now indicated a willingness to negotiate. The trial is currently scheduled for September 2024, but prosecutors are seeking an earlier start date. Santos has also been using the video-sharing platform Cameo to make money and has filed ethics complaints against several members of Congress.
Former US representative George Santos is engaged in plea negotiations with US prosecutors to resolve criminal charges ahead of his trial. Santos was expelled from the House of Representatives in December over charges of misspending campaign money. He has pleaded not guilty to multiple counts, including fraud, money laundering, and lying to the House. Prosecutors have requested to move the trial date forward from September 2024 to May or June.
Former New York Representative George Santos is reportedly engaged in plea negotiations with federal prosecutors to potentially resolve his pending criminal fraud case. The U.S. Attorney's Office in Brooklyn disclosed this information in a court filing, stating that the parties aim to reach a resolution without going to trial. Santos, who was expelled from Congress in December, is facing charges of wire fraud, identity theft, and making false statements. His trial is currently scheduled for September, but prosecutors have requested an earlier start in May or June.
The alleged mastermind of the 9/11 attacks, Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, and several other defendants could potentially avoid the death penalty through plea agreements being considered, according to a letter sent by the Pentagon and FBI to families of the victims. The case has been delayed due to legal issues surrounding the interrogation methods used on the defendants while in CIA custody. The letter asks for the families' input on a potential plea agreement, but some family members remain skeptical and have little hope in the process.
U.S. Attorney David Weiss has been appointed as a special counsel by Attorney General Merrick Garland to oversee the ongoing investigation into President Joe Biden's son, Hunter Biden. Weiss, who was already leading the probe, will also handle any other matters that arise from the investigation. The announcement came shortly before prosecutors revealed that plea negotiations with Hunter Biden's team on tax charges had fallen apart, indicating that the case is now expected to go to trial. This appointment reinforces the Department of Justice's commitment to independence and accountability in sensitive matters.