By WBFO News
Albany, NY – Former State Senate Majority Leader Joseph Bruno was indicted Friday on charges that he abused his public position to enrich himself.
Bruno, who retired from the Senate in July, was charged in an eight-count indictment by the U.S. attorney for the Northern District of New York. Bruno is accused of using his position to steer contracts and grants to businesses that paid him a total of $3.2 million in consulting fees or other compensation from 1993 through 2006.
Bruno exploited "his official position for personal compensation and enrichment" in dealing with companies and 16 unions with business before the state, according to the indictment.
Bruno pleaded not guilty during a brief court appearance Friday.
The indictment follows a federal investigation that has lasted three years.