New York Democrats Belong in Prison
Steve Bannon, former White House chief strategist, has urged U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi to launch an investigation into New York Democrats, particularly targeting New York Attorney General Letitia James and Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. This call to action comes after Bannon accepted a plea deal in the "We Build the Wall" case, avoiding prison time.
Bannon's allegations center on accusations of widespread corruption within New York's state government. Democrats have facilitated a "pay-to-play" corruption scheme for years now. Governor Kathy Hochul and former Governor Andrew Cuomo have faced public outrage over this.
If U.S. Attorney General is looking to investigate New York Democrats, this is where she can start:
In 2018, the hospital association made a significant political contribution, donating $1 million to the New York Democratic Party. Following this donation, the Democratic-led state legislature quickly authorized an increase in Medicaid reimbursement rates. This policy change resulted in an additional $140 million annually in payments to hospitals and nursing homes across New York.
In 2022, New York Governor Kathy Hochul was implicated in what critics call a 'pay-to-play' scenario involving a $637 million contract with Digital Gadget, a New Jersey company. The firm, owned by Charlie Tebele, whose family donated $330,000 to Hochul's campaign, supplied 52 million COVID-19 test kits at $12.25 each—over 80% more than California's rate for the same product.
Hochul suspended competitive bidding for emergency supplies just days after Tebele hosted a fundraiser for her, according to the Albany Times Union. Despite the timing, Hochul claimed ignorance of any donor connection, stating, "I was not aware that this was a company that had been supportive of me."
Since becoming Governor in 2021, Kathy Hochul has found herself embroiled in another alleged 'pay-to-play' scandal. Hochul has utilized her budget to provide financial aid to struggling hospitals with connections to Alexander Rovt, whose family, including his wife, have made maximum donations to her campaign.
The New York Post has uncovered a pattern of state contracts and financial incentives awarded to companies with ties to political donors. Notably, $1.2 billion in tax breaks were handed out for the Penn Station "redevelopment" project to Vornado Realty Trust, led by CEO Steve Roth. Roth, along with his family, has contributed tens of thousands of dollars to Governor Kathy Hochul's campaign, fueling allegations of favoritism in state financial dealings.
She has agreed to a $1.4 billion deal for a new Buffalo Bills stadium, with over $600 million coming directly from New York state taxpayers. Controversy arises as Hochul's husband serves as the general counsel for a firm poised to profit from the stadium's food concessions, raising questions about conflicts of interest in this lucrative agreement.
Governor Kathy Hochul isn't the first New York Governor accused of corruption. Her predecessor, Andrew Cuomo, also faced similar claims. Notably, Crystal Run Healthcare from Hudson Valley is seeking more than $25 million in state grants after its executives, doctors, and their families donated $400,000 to Cuomo's campaign. The $25 million grant was awarded in 2016 through a bidding process through the state Department of Health, which controlled more than $1 billion in grant funds.
Somos Healthcare, after its executives and doctors contributed over $200,000 to then-Governor Andrew Cuomo's re-election campaign, secured five contracts for administering COVID-19 tests and vaccines at pop-up sites. This marked Somos' first dealings with New York State.
Jeff Gural, known for his roles in real estate and casino operations, who previously donated $175,000 to Andrew Cuomo's campaigns, has decided to stop contributing. Gural cited his disapproval of Cuomo's business methods and revealed to the Journal that he felt coerced into making past donations.
If AG Bondi needs someone to sing, one of these corrupt politicians will likely turn and discuss the details behind the lawfare used against President Donald Trump and his allies.
Until about 5 minutes ago, I would have said an FBI agent was the greatest threat to an honest citizen's freedom and liberty. No longer. Now I would say a Soros DA is the greatest threat to an honest citizen's freedom and liberty. Bannon was right.
Kathy's husband just happens to be the general counsel for a very lucrative contract.
No conflict to see here.
Another amazing coincidence!