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Related: About this forumJudge Declares Mistrial In Malcolm Smith Corruption Case
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (CBSNewYork/AP) The federal judge at the corruption trial of three New York politicians has declared a mistrial for two of them.
State Sen. Malcolm Smith, Queens Republican leader Vincent Tabone and former New York City Councilman Daniel Halloran are accused of participating in a scheme to bribe Republican Party leaders so Smith, a Democrat, could run for the GOP line in last years New York City mayoral race.
The mistrial covers Smith and Tabone. Hallorans trial will continue with the current jury.
http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2014/06/17/cbs-2-judge-declares-mistrial-in-malcolm-smith-corruption-case/
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Judge Declares Mistrial In Malcolm Smith Corruption Case (Original Post)
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Jun 2014
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