Carrie Cohen

Nov 3

Sheldon Silver’s Lawyer Spars With Assemblywoman on the Witness Stand

The first person to take the witness stand in the case against former Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver was one his colleagues: Assemblywoman Amy Paulin.

By Jillian Jorgensen

Nov 3

Sheldon Silver Corruption Trial Begins With Opening Statements

Did former Sheldon Silver sell his office for kickbacks and bribes, or simply make legitimate outside income prosecutors just don't like?

By Jillian Jorgensen

Nov 2

Jury Selection Begins in Sheldon Silver Corruption Trial

The criminal trial of former Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver began this morning with the lengthy process of finding an unbiased jury.

By Jillian Jorgensen

Apr 28

Sheldon Silver Trial Date Set for November 2

By Jillian Jorgensen

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