because of having links to and connection with some authorities.

[Pink_Flower]

He was jailed because he had been involved with some bribery and corruption. However, he was released one week after because of having links to and connection with some authorities.


Would you please check the sentence above?

 

[GoesStation]

What is the difference between "links to" and "connections with"?

 

[Pink_Flower]

I wasn't sure which one is better or even correct based on the context in which they are used.

 

[GoesStation]

Pick one or the other. They mean the same thing.