solicited

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“Kevin Juin solicited more than $2 million in purported loans to invest in a lingerie company, while funneling the money to personal accounts to fund a luxurious lifestyle,” said Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

The White House has solicited donations from companies to support construction of the president’s planned $400 million White House ballroom.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

The NYC Mayor’s Office of Climate & Environmental Justice solicited the project, which was carried out by New York University in collaboration with Rutgers University.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Federal prosecutors plan to bring further charges against Rozier, alleging that he "solicited and accepted a bribe," The New York Times reported.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

She solicited donations of food and clothing for the miners’ families.

From "Fannie Never Flinched" by Mary Cronk Farrell