Corruption
Investigation Into Vladimir Putin's Finances Dismissed by Russia
An explosive joint report by the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) and Meduza exposed a common thread between several assets allegedly linked to Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Trump Corruption Beyond 'Even Nixon's Imagination': Woodward and Bernstein
The journalists call Trump the country's "first seditious president" in a new foreward to their 1974 book "All the President's Men."
We Desperately Need More Accountability From NIH
Americans deserve some sunlight on what appears to be a potentially enormous conflict of interest.
Elizabeth Warren Targets Nancy Pelosi in Bid to Avoid Midterm Losses
Warren mentioned the "Democratic speaker of the House" while calling for members of Congress and their spouses to be prohibited from trading stocks.
Kathy Hochul's Lt. Governor Charged With Fraud Ahead of Her Reelection Bid
Brian Benjamin was named to the position in September, following the resignation of Governor Andrew Cuomo.
Yes, America Should Save the World—From its Own Elites
A clear-eyed look at America's international "soft power" makes immediately apparent how un-American it is.
GOP Lawmakers May Be Subpoenaed by the Dozen in State Corruption Scandal
One of Tennessee's top legislative Republicans has been ordered to appear before a federal grand jury as part of a widening corruption probe in the state.
Biden Wants to Crack Down on Foreign Corruption. Here's How
The U.S. government, and democracies around the world, must act now to fill the cracks in our financial infrastructures, and prevent the fault lines between democracy and kleptocracy from hardening into greater conflict.
China Corrupting U.S. Political Elites for Power – Author
In his new book 'America Second', author Isaac Stone Fish explores how China has influenced U.S. politics to advance Chinese interests.
$795M Poured Into Western Balkan Nations Has Little Impact Report Finds
A European Union audit found that issues such as political corruption and interference were still prevalent even with millions of euros of support from the EU.
El Salvador Prosecutor Says Govt Formed 'Pact' With MS-13 to Keep Peace
"Our investigations were what led to the government dissolving the anti-corruption body," prosecutor German Arriaza said.
U.S. Sanctions Liberia's Ex-Warlord, Senator Johnson, Alleging Corruption
Johnson challenged the U.S. government to give details about which specific administrations in Liberia had paid him corrupt fees.
Former DEA Agent Sentenced After Shifting Millions From Stings to Himself
Irizarry filed false reports and ordered DEA staff to move money for undercover stings to international accounts owned by him and others, prosecutors said.
Russia's Threats, Energy Crisis Put Ukraine on The Brink
Russia is escalating pressure on Ukraine, threatening to drag the U.S. and NATO into their worst confrontation with Moscow since the Cold War.
Suu Kyi Has Sixth Corruption Charge Issued by Govt, Trial Verdict Postponed
The sixth corruption charge Tuesday involves former President Win Myint, plus a new witness is now allowed to testify, which delayed the trial verdict.
Ex-Netanyahu Aide Calls Him a 'Control Freak' Over His Image During Trial
Nir Hefetz, the ex-aide, said that "Netanyahu spends at least as much of his time on media as he spends on security matters."
New Orleans Sewage Department Raided by FBI After News Exposes Corruption
WWL-TV reported some gas lines in the city passed inspection, despite not complying with safety codes and not being installed by permitted contractors.
It's Time to End an Ugly U.S. Legacy. Stop Tax Evasion.
Support for democracy and economic development in our hemisphere requires us to do everything in our power to prevent economic and political elites at home and abroad from dodging taxes
After Pandora Papers, U.S. Can Help Bring European Corruption Under Control
In Eastern and Central Europe, corruption softens politicians' stance towards Moscow, unravels the social fabric and causes voters to opt for political extremes.
Australia Needs a Federal Integrity Commission
The Australian public deserve a meaningful national integrity system and the MPs who act with moral integrity deserve it too.
Vatican Prosecutor Offers to Restart Fraud Investigation During Trial
The offer came after the defense complained of serious procedural problems in the investigation that it said warranted the indictment being thrown out.
Ex-Mayor, Elected at 23, Sentenced to 6 Years in Prison in Corruption Case
Under former Fall River Mayor Jasiel Correia's watch, "City Hall was for sale," said Judge Douglas Woodlock.
Detroit City Hall, Council Members' Homes Raided by FBI in Corruption Probe
"The citizens of Detroit have a right to a city government that is free of corruption," Special Agent in Charge Tim Waters told reporters.
Ex-Ohio Utility Head's Assets Frozen After Selling 4 Properties Worth $4.8M
"Randazzo is making moves that will make it harder to hold him financially accountable for accepting bribes," Ohio's attorney general said in a statement.
Former Judge Headed to Prison After Telling Friend About Drug Investigation
"This prosecution confirms that no person–even a judge–is above the law," said Assistant Attorney General Kenneth A. Polite Jr.
World a 'Sadder, Angrier' Place in 2020 Than Ever Before: 'Emotions' Poll
The 2021 global Gallup report ranked countries in terms of both positive and negative emotions—including sadness, enjoyment, smiling and feelings of respect.
The U.S. Will Need Europe's Cooperation to Combat Kleptocracy
While promoting democracy and good governance may sound like a thing of the past, Western democracies—especially in Europe—need to get serious about defending themselves against kleptocrats and their cronies.
Kwame Kilpatrick Explains 'Catalyst' Behind Donald Trump Cutting Jail Time
The former Detroit mayor said he dropped to his knees when he learned that Trump was freeing him from prison in one of his last acts in office.
Sali Berisha, Ex-Albanian Prime Minister, Barred From Entering U.S.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in a statement that Berisha, 76, is accused of misappropriation of public funds and interfering with public processes, among other acts of corruption.
Alexei Navalny Ally Calls Petition to Suspend His Foundation 'Nonsense'
A Moscow court restricted the activities of his Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny's nonprofit organization on Tuesday. It is forbidden from using media or the internet to distribute content or organize rallies, participate in elections or use bank deposits.