Sylvia Luke
Coverage of Sylvia Luke in the Nexus archive.
- Hawaiʻi Bribery Scandal: Defendants Plead Not Guilty
Four Hawaiʻi officials pleaded not guilty to bribery charges in a public corruption scandal. They are accused of conspiring with businessman Tobi Solidum, who allegedly bribed them to influence legislative actions and secure government funds for a Covid-19 testing effort.
- Hawaii Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke and other bribery suspects plead not guilty
Hawaii's lieutenant governor and other defendants in a public corruption investigation pleaded not guilty in court today. The case involves allegations of bribery.
- Gov. Green responds as Luke and other defendants plead not guilty to bribery charges
Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke and four others pleaded not guilty to bribery and conspiracy charges during their first court appearance. Governor Josh Green stated the state should move forward once the legal process concludes.
- Four Hawaii officials plead not guilty in Covid bribery case
Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke and three Hawaii officials have pleaded not guilty to corruption charges, with prosecutors alleging they were bribed to direct federal Covid-19 contract money.
- Hawaiʻi Bribery Scandal: Defendants Plead Not Guilty
Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke, ex-state Rep. Ryan Yamane, and two other state officials appeared before a judge in a Hawaiʻi bribery scandal case. All defendants pleaded not guilty to the charges.
- Betting On Hawaiʻi Politics Is Legal Despite State’s Gambling Ban
Users can wager on when indicted Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke may resign via the prediction market app Kalshi, which operates outside Hawaiʻi's gambling law. The state's gambling ban does not apply to Kalshi, allowing such political predictions.
- Fuchigami on paid leave, Luke still officially Hawaii's LG
Airports Director Ford Fuchigami was placed on a 30-day paid leave following an indictment alongside Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke and former representative Ryan Yamane on bribery charges. Luke remains officially Hawaii's Lieutenant Governor despite the charges.
- Five indicted in bribery case: Legal experts say plea deals could be next
A Hawaii grand jury indicted five individuals, including Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke, in an alleged bribery and campaign finance scheme involving COVID-19 testing contracts. Legal experts suggest plea deals might be the next step.
- Hawaii Lt. Gov. indicted in alleged bribery scheme
Hawaii Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke (D) was indicted on bribery charges following a state investigation into a campaign finance scandal. She was accused of accepting campaign contributions in exchange for securing funding for COVID-19 testing sites. A Hawaii grand jury returned a 12-count indictment.
- Hawaii Dem governor demands resignation after lieutenant faces corruption indictment
Democratic Hawaii Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke was indicted by a grand jury on charges of criminal conspiracy to commit bribery, bribery and falsifying candidate committee reports. The charges stem from a bribe she allegedly took as a state lawmaker in 2022.
- Hawaii's Democratic lieutenant governor indicted in state corruption investigation
Hawaii Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke was indicted on charges of criminal conspiracy to commit bribery, bribery, and falsifying candidate committee reports. The indictment alleges she accepted a $35,000 bribe from businessman Tobi Solidum linked to a COVID-19 testing contract. Solidum and four others were also indicted as part of a state corruption investigation.
- Hawaii's Democratic lieutenant governor indicted in state corruption investigation
Hawaii's Democratic lieutenant governor Sylvia Luke was indicted on charges of criminal conspiracy to commit bribery, bribery, and falsifying candidate committee reports, allegedly accepting a $35,000 bribe from businessman Tobi Solidum in 2022 related to a COVID-19 testing contract. Other individuals including Ryan Yamane, Ford Fuchigami, and Leo Asunción were also indicted as part of the state corruption investigation.
- Hawaii Lt. Gov. Is Indicted in Corruption Investigation
Hawaii Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke has been indicted in a corruption investigation. She previously announced her decision not to seek re-election.
- Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke named in sweeping political bribery indictments
Hawaii Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke is named in political bribery indictments that emerged in court today. The indictments include several cases.
- Bribery Charges: Sylvia Luke, Ex-State Rep And Others Indicted In Corruption Case
Sylvia Luke, an ex-state representative, and others have been indicted in a corruption case involving bribery charges. The case marks a significant setback for the Hawaiʻi lieutenant governor's political career.
- 5 officials, including Sylvia Luke, indicted by Oahu grand jury in political bribery case
An Oahu grand jury indicted Sylvia Luke and four other officials in connection to an ongoing political bribery case. The indictment occurred on Friday but does not specify the charges or evidence against the individuals.
- Sylvia Luke, others indicted by grand jury in bribery case
Sylvia Luke and four other individuals were indicted by an Oahu grand jury in a bribery case. The indictment was announced on July 24.
- Lt. Gov.’s Books Were A Mess. Political Insiders Say It’s Not The Norm
Sylvia Luke's campaign finances are under scrutiny for alleged violations, with the Attorney General deciding potential prosecution. Political insiders indicate such issues are not typical.
- Trust, Income Tax And Green Fees: Lieutenant Governor Candidate Q&As
A diverse group of candidates is running for the vacant lieutenant governor office following Sylvia Luke's abrupt departure. The candidates addressed topics including trust, income tax, and green fees in their Q&A sessions.
- Campaign Spending Commission refers complaint against Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke for prosecution
Hawaii's Campaign Spending Commission voted to refer its complaint against Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke to the Attorney General's office for criminal prosecution. The decision was based on significant discrepancies identified by the commissioners.
- State AG's office will review Sylvia Luke's campaign, Luke's second investigation
The state Attorney General's office is conducting a second criminal investigation into Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke's campaign. The investigation focuses on alleged mishandling of money and filing false reports.
- Luke Campaign Violations Referred To AG For Possible Prosecution
Campaign violations related to Luke's campaign have been referred to the Attorney General for potential prosecution. The Attorney General is already investigating Sylvia Luke's campaign donations.
- Campaign Spending Commission Files Civil Complaint Against Sylvia Luke
The Campaign Spending Commission has filed a civil complaint against Sylvia Luke. The lieutenant governor is alleged to have mishandled election funds and filed false reports.
- Hawaii Campaign Spending Commission files 39-page complaint against Sylvia Luke
The Hawaii Campaign Spending Commission filed a 39-page complaint against Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke, alleging 12 issues related to improper handling of campaign funds and inaccurate reporting. The allegations are categorized into two main areas.
- Complaint accuses Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke's campaign of finance violations
Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke's campaign committee was accused of illegally handling funds and filing false finance reports.