federal prosecution

  • The Trial of John Gotti: How A Notorious Mob Boss Finally Got Convicted

    For years, John Gotti eluded justice. As the notorious boss of New York’s Gambino crime family—once the most powerful Mafia organization in the United States—he earned the nickname the “Teflon Don” because criminal charges never seemed to stick. But in 1992, after decades of federal surveillance, betrayal from within, and unprecedented courtroom strategy, the Teflon…

  • Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Federal Trial: Prosecution Focuses On Messages From Key Witness

    The high-profile federal trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs entered its fourth week with emotional and explicit testimony that prosecutors say supports their case alleging the music mogul led a criminal enterprise engaged in racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and coercion. The U.S. Department of Justice is seeking to prove that Combs, alongside members of his inner…

  • Judge Orders DOJ to Explain Dropped Charges Against NYC Mayor

    A federal judge in New York City has ordered attorneys for the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and Mayor Eric Adams to appear in court Wednesday, February 18, 2025, to address the DOJ’s controversial decision to drop corruption charges against Adams. The ruling follows accusations of a quid pro quo arrangement between the mayor and…