denied

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The former congressman has flatly and vigorously denied criminal wrongdoing while acknowledging and apologizing for unspecific “mistakes.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Both Clark and Jefferson had denied multiple charges ahead of an almost two-month trial that concluded last month.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Fairfax denied the allegations and finished out his term in 2022, but lost the support of his party, effectively ending his political career amid calls for his resignation.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2026

Live Nation denied it was an illegal monopoly, saying that the states’ case exaggerated its market power and that artists determine ticket prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Freas denied the allegations, and while the case awaited trial, these two powerful lawmen were pitted against each other.

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann