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News in English (USA) / 14.02.2025 / 01:00

High-Profile Fundraiser and Nonprofit Founder Charged in COVID Housing Scheme

Weihong Hu, a prominent fundraiser for Mayor Adams, has been charged with conspiracy and fraud related to a COVID housing program. The indictment alleges that Hu, alongside the founder of a nonprofit organization, misappropriated millions in kickbacks from city-funded initiatives designed to provide emergency housing during the pandemic. Federal prosecutors have also revealed that three individuals were arrested in connection with the scheme, which reportedly involved diverting tens of millions of dollars from the COVID program. Additionally, a former member of the NYC Board of Corrections faces charges linked to an alleged bribery scheme tied to this corruption case.
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