Howe also testified that he bribed the former top government aide. (nydailynews.com)
He is accused of allegedly trading that position as a senior government aide to Cuomo to benefit two companies with business before the Cuomo administration. (buffalonews.com)
He was surrounded by government aides, including one who operated the sound system and served as an announcer, all attending in their official capacity, according to an administration spokesman. (politico.com)