New York lawyer linked to Trump pardon charged with attempted extortion

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Edward HelmoreMarch 14, 2026 at 07:15 PM

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New York attorney Joshua Nass, who was connected to a Trump pardon, was arrested and charged with attempted extortion in Brooklyn federal court. Prosecutors allege Nass attempted to extort a former client and his son over a $500,000 debt he claimed was owed for his services. Nass allegedly hired an individual to intimidate the client into paying, instructing them to use violence, including assaulting the client's son. He promised to pay the individual at least $15,000 for their efforts. Nass was released on a $5 million bond secured by properties and cash and placed on GPS monitoring. He faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted.

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South Carolina 40% Arkansas 40% Joseph Nocella Jr 40% James Barnacle 40% United States Justice Department 50% Joseph Schwartz ×250% Brooklyn 50% Federal Bureau of Investigation 50% Donald Trump 60% United States 70% New York ×380% Joshua Nass ×990%

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New York

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