As most of the local political world gathers in Albany for today’s special session, the attorney general’s office and the comptroller’s office announced the indictment of  four staffers in State Senator Shirley Huntley’s office for stealing taxpayer funds intended for a bogus non-profit.

“This personal profit-making scheme defrauded taxpayers, all the while depriving communities of much-needed funds. Now it’s time to hold those behind it accountable,” said attorney general Eric Schneiderman. “The charges announced today send a strong message that those who abuse their positions to rip off taxpayers will be prosecuted.” Read More