Philadelphia District Attorney Seth Williams had a bright future in front of him as a former rising star once considered to be a contender for mayor, or even governor. Now his future, and his freedom, will be put in the hands of a jury weighing the facts in his federal corruption case.
Williams, 50, is set to stand trial on a host of charges after jury selection begins Monday morning. He’s been accused of taking bribes, extortion, misspending campaign money to bankroll parties, commandeering law enforcement vehicles for personal use—and even stealing from his own mother by pocketing money meant for her nursing home care. He’s pleaded not guilty to all charges.
