#bribery-case

#bribery-case

Defendants present no credible evidence that the government intended to deceive or acted with reckless disregard. Therefore, they have failed to satisfy the first step in the analysis to make a substantial preliminary showing that the affidavit underlying the search warrant contained intentionally or recklessly false statements or misleading omissions.

The alleged bribery involved a $5,000 cash payoff hidden in a branded travel mug, aimed at influencing a councilmember regarding the DeNova Homes’ Aviano development.

Ms. Menendez's breast cancer diagnosis took center stage again, as concerns arose that her pink breast cancer awareness pin might distract the jury and invoke sympathy.