The criminal investigation into the former president crashed amid a disagreement about the merits of bringing a case. The debate pitted a new district attorney against two veteran prosecutors who had pursued a case against Mr. Trump for years. Source:…
Posts published in “Elections, District Attorneys”
How This ‘Progressive Prosecutor’ Balances Politics and Public Safety
By Gotham Rex on February 26, 2022
As his peers around the country face fierce criticism, Eric Gonzalez, the Brooklyn district attorney, is navigating a narrow path so far. Source: New York Times
Why Republicans Won in a New York County Where Democrats Outnumber Them
By Gotham Rex on November 8, 2021
Voters readily ousted Democrats in Nassau County on Long Island, electing Republicans down the ballot. Source: New York Times
Alvin Bragg Wins, Becoming First Black D.A. in Manhattan
By Gotham Rex on November 3, 2021
A former federal prosecutor, Mr. Bragg will take over an office that has brought charges against the family business of former president Donald J. Trump. Source: New York Times
Alvin Bragg, Manhattan's Likely Next D.A., Questions NYPD Over Eric Garner
By Gotham Rex on October 30, 2021
Days before the election, Alvin Bragg, who is heavily favored to win office, is participating in an inquiry into Eric Garner’s killing by the N.Y.P.D. Source: New York Times
In Nassau County D.A.'s Race, Kaminsky and Donnelly Clash on Bail Reform
By Gotham Rex on October 28, 2021
A special election for Nassau County district attorney has centered on recent changes to New York’s bail laws. Source: New York Times
Thomas Kenniff, Manhattan D.A. Candidate, Sees a City on the Brink
By Gotham Rex on October 26, 2021
Thomas Kenniff, who is facing Alvin Bragg in the Nov. 2 election, has focused his campaign on a recent increase in some types of crime. Source: New York Times
Eric Adams’s Win Is a ‘Watershed Moment’ for Black Leaders in New York
By Gotham Rex on July 13, 2021
Black candidates are poised to occupy some of New York’s top elected offices, including those of mayor, public advocate and two of the city’s five district attorneys. Source: New York Times
Alvin Bragg Likely to Take Over Trump Investigation
By Gotham Rex on July 2, 2021
With his main rival, Tali Farhadian Weinstein, conceding, Alvin Bragg is poised to lead the investigation into Donald J. Trump’s family business. Source: New York Times
Frenzied Battle for Votes in Final Hours of New York’s Mayoral Primary
By Gotham Rex on June 22, 2021
Voters on Tuesday took part in the city’s first mayoral election using ranked-choice voting, a system that may delay the declaration of a winner until mid-July. Source: New York Times
Who Do the Billionaires Want for Mayor? Follow Their Money.
By Gotham Rex on June 21, 2021
Ultrawealthy donors have given $16 million to super PACs dedicated to the New York City mayor’s race. Half of that money has gone to three moderate candidates. Source: New York Times
A Full Guide to Voting in NYC's Mayoral Primary
By Gotham Rex on June 19, 2021
What you should know about casting your ballot if you still want to do it early or are heading to the polls on Tuesday. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. Mayoral Primary: How and Where to Vote, Early Voting and More
By Gotham Rex on June 19, 2021
What you should know about casting your ballot if you still want to do it early or are heading to the polls on Tuesday. Source: New York Times
Farhadian Weinstein Is a Lightning Rod in Manhattan D.A. Race’s Lone Debate
By Gotham Rex on June 17, 2021
Tali Farhadian Weinstein, who, along with Alvin Bragg, appears to be leading the Democratic field, was attacked over her finances and ads. Source: New York Times
2 Leading Manhattan D.A. Candidates Face the Trump Question
By Gotham Rex on June 2, 2021
Alvin Bragg and Tali Farhadian Weinstein both had dealings with President Donald J. Trump’s administration that Mr. Trump could try to use against them. Source: New York Times