Corruption
Lincoln Project Calls GOP Senator David Perdue 'Chicken' Over Ad
Perdue was investigated for potential insider trading after investing hundreds of thousands in a pharmaceutical company and producer of personal protective equipment following a January 24 closed Senate briefing on the coronavirus epidemic.
'Brazen Abuse of Power': Reactions Follow Trump Pardoning Michael Flynn
Many Republicans praised Trump for granting Flynn clemency, while Democrats felt the pardon was an act of corruption.
Why Is The Weeknd Criticizing the Grammys? Singer Labels Awards 'Corrupt'
The R&B singer failed to receive any nominations for the 2021 awards despite the success of his hit "Blinding Lights" this year.
Really American PAC Releases Video Accusing Georgia Senator of 'Corruption'
"Crooked Kelly Loeffler thinks the law shouldn't apply to rich people like her," said the video released by Really American.
Trump Is the Ultimate Corrupt Washington Politician
President Donald Trump ran on a promise to "drain the swamp." But in a few short years, he has come to embody it.
Tony Bobulinski, Hunter Biden Associate, Claims He Met Joe Biden, Discussed China Deals
"I have heard Joe Biden say that he has never discussed business with Hunter," Tony Bobulinski said Thursday. "That is false."
Lincoln Project Doctors Video to Show Donald Trump Jr. Supporting Biden
"We need someone who will put the interests of the American people over the interests of themselves, and that person is Vice President Joe Biden," Trump Jr. is edited to say in the ad.
Trump Campaign Attacks Hunter Biden As Joe Leads in Polls By Double Digits
Trump has long alleged that the Bidens used Joe's role as vice president to benefit his son's business dealings in the Ukraine.
Can 'Metajournalism' Save Old Media—and Unmask Trump?
Curated journalism has been derided as inferior to original reporting—but in an era when news are coming so thick and fast, a discerning journalist weaving reportage into a coherent narrative can play a vital role.
Impeachment Witness Vindman Compares U.S. Gov't to Soviet-Style Regime
Alexander Vindman compared his fate to the "dozens of other lifelong public servants" who were ousted from the Trump administration for upholding American values.
LA Official Indicted on 34 Corruption Charges, Faces 30 Years in Prison
A federal grand jury has handed Los Angeles City Council member Jose Huizar a 34-count indictment, with charges related to bribery and corruption that could lead to him spending 30 years behind bars.
Romney Condemns Trump's Commutation of Roger Stone
Stone was set to serve 40 months in prison after he was convicted last year on federal charges of witness tampering and making false statements to Congress.
One-Third of Toledo City Council Charged With Bribery
Each stands accused of soliciting bribes from local businesses and individuals in exchange for special permits and waivers.
New York DA Calls Whistleblower Police Tapes Alleging Corruption 'Hearsay'
"We have taken [this information] very seriously. We have reviewed the audio tapes and followed through with an investigation. At this time, there is nothing but hearsay and uncorroborated information, " Westchester District Attorney Anthony A. Scarpino, Jr. said in a statement to Newsweek.
What is the STOCK Act? U.S. Senators Accused of Insider Trading
In response to the news, some have called for an outright prohibition on stock ownership by members of Congress.
Rod Blagojevich Tells Anderson Cooper He's a 'Political Prisoner'
CNN host Anderson Cooper took Rod Blagojevich to task Friday, after the former Illinois governor compared himself to Nelson Mandela and insisted that he had been a "political prisoner" freed by clemency from President Donald Trump on Tuesday.
Trump Boasts About 'Strong' Relationship With Embattled Brazilian President
President Donald Trump boasted about his "strong" relationship with scandal-plagued Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro Friday, after cancelling plans to reinstate steel tariffs on the country.
Tapper Confronts GOP Lawmaker Over Alleged Trump Fraud and Funds Misuse
"You really want the American people to believe this guy cares about corruption?" the CNN host asked Congressman Mike Johnson.
Trump Turkey 'Conflict of Interest' Feeds Into a Pattern of Abuse: Senator
The president previously described a construction project in Istanbul as "a little conflict of interest" in his dealings with Turkey.
Does Trump Impeachment Case Need to Prove a Quid Pro Quo? Experts Weigh In
The impeachment of President Donald Trump has focused on evidence of a quid pro quo over his request for investigations into political rivals.
Lindsey Graham Video Praising Joe Biden Resurfaces: 'What's Not to Like?'
The Republican senator for South Carolina sent a letter to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo asking for documents relating to former Vice President Joe Biden and Ukraine.
Lebanon's Mass Anti-Corruption Protests Enter Second Month
"Even if, hypothetically, the government says we're going to implement all the reforms that you want, they're not going to trust them," Kareem Chehayeb, a journalist and activist, told Newsweek.
Vindman Will Be a 'Star Witness' for Ukraine Probe: Former SDNY Prosecutor
Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Vindman was on the call between President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart and raised concerns about the conversation to a superior.
Giuliani's Ukraine Actions for Trump Are 'Highest of High Crimes': Law Prof
The former New York City mayor was acting in a personal capacity on behalf of President Donald Trump while pursuing Ukraine conspiracy theories.
State Department Officials Should Back Trump or Resign, Laura Ingraham Says
Earlier this week, explosive testimony from senior U.S. diplomat Bill Taylor detailed his grave concerns about the administration's interaction with the Ukrainian government.
Former Bush and McCain GOP Strategist Blasts Trump's 'Corruption'
"The behavior that we're seeing from the president continues to worsen," Steve Schmidt warned.
Tulsi Gabbard Blasts 'Corrupt, Elite' Hillary Clinton, Democrat Leadership
2020 presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard responded to Hillary Clinton's "Russian asset" accusation Sunday in a video demanding an end to Democratic Party corruption.
Elizabeth Warren Calls Trump 'Corruption in the Flesh'
Democrat contender condemned the attempt by Trump to hold global summit at his own property and accused his administration of corruption due to its ties with big corporations and tax breaks for the rich.
Trump Has Hit Highest Level Of 'Corruption' With G7 Controversy: Shaub
"I'm so angry about the Doral corruption that I can barely see straight," said Walter Shaub, the former director of the U.S. Office of Government Ethics.
Video of Tom Brokaw Calling Out Joe, Hunter Biden's 'Corruption' Resurfaces
"Wasn't it inappropriate for someone like you in the middle of all this to have your son collecting money?" Brokaw asked Joe Biden in 2008.