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New Jersey Political Power Broker George Norcross Indicted on Racketeering Charges

The indictment accuses Norcross and allies of using political influence to dominate Camden's lucrative real estate market.

  • State Attorney General Matt Platkin announced multiple charges including first-degree racketeering against Norcross and five others.
  • The indictment details a decade-long scheme involving coercion, extortion, and manipulation of tax credit legislation.
  • Philip Norcross, George's brother, allegedly acted as a 'fixer' to secure deals and intimidate rivals.
  • Former Camden Mayor Dana Redd is also implicated, accused of aiding the Norcross enterprise and benefiting from its schemes.
  • The charges come amid a turbulent period for New Jersey Democrats, with ongoing corruption cases and internal party conflicts.
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