William 'Boss' Tweed

Corrupt politician, Tammany Hall leader

William 'Boss' Tweed was a notorious American politician who led Tammany Hall, the Democratic Party political machine, in New York City during the late 19th century. He is infamous for his corruption and graft, which led to massive financial fraud and misappropriation of public funds. Tweed's political career was marked by his influence over New York City's political and social life, and his eventual downfall became...