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Today in History: Tweed extradited to US after prison escape

11/23/2025

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On November 23, 1876, William "Boss" Tweed, the notorious political boss of Tammany Hall, was extradited to the United States after escaping from prison and fleeing to Spain. Tweed, known for his role in 19th-century New York City's political corruption, faced charges of embezzlement that had led to his arrest.

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On November 23, 1876, William "Boss" Tweed, the notorious political boss of Tammany Hall, was extradited to the United States after escaping from prison and fleeing to Spain. Tweed, known for his role in 19th-century New York City's political corruption, faced charges of embezzlement that had led to his arrest.