New York Lt. Governor Brian Benjamin resigned following his arrest in an alleged bribery scheme

New York Lt. Governor Brian Benjamin resigned on Tuesday following his arrest and indictment accusing him of bribery and related offenses. According to the Department of Justice, Benjamin allegedly used his official authority while he was a New York State senator to “procure a state-funded grant in exchange for campaign contributions.”

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul will have to navigate the sudden arrest and resignation of her running mate and lieutenant governor on bribery charges as she tries to win her party’s nomination in June. But it’s unclear whether it will endanger her primary bid.

The tipster is not given the full reward upfront, since that is usually predicated on indictment or conviction, though he or she often receives up to $3,500 for the arrest.

What people are saying?

Salvatore DiMaggio Even if he can be taken off the ballot, can anyone ever trust any choices she makes , not only a running mate but literally anything else? Time for a massive change, Dems, progressives have destroyed NYC.

Busterman Two disasters! One’s a thief and the other one’s nitwit! If NY is serious about turning their state around then Lee Zeldin is your only hope. As Trump said “what have you got to lose” your house is on fire give Zeldin a chance to put it out.