bribery
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In 2023 he was impeached by the Republican-led state House of Representatives on charges of bribery, abuse of office and obstruction of justice.
From Salon • May 30, 2026
The new indictment adds charges of bribery in sporting contests and honest services wire fraud conspiracy to the existing two wire fraud charges he has faced since October.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
The former head of China's famous Shaolin Temple - known as the birthplace of kung fu - has been sentenced to 24 years in jail for crimes including embezzlement and bribery.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
Lindberg spent about 21 months in prison on his original conviction on the bribery charges, before he was freed on appeal.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
There was a morality to the house, and Emma was the moral center, the bribery notwithstanding.
From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman
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