Pedro Espada Jr
Pedro Espada Jr. was an American politician who served as a member of the New York State Senate. Born on October 20, 1953, in Puerto Rico, Espada became a prominent political figure in the Bronx, New York City. He was a member of the Democratic Party and represented the 32nd district in the New York State Senate from 1993 to 2010, and then briefly again in 2010. Espada held various leadership positions in the Senate during his tenure. Espada's political career was marred by controversies, including allegations of corruption and misuse of funds. In 2012, he was convicted of embezzlement charges related to his management of a nonprofit health care network and sentenced to prison. His career and legal troubles were widely covered in the media, contributing to his controversial legacy in New York State politics.