Bribery

Former FBI Informant Charged with Fabricating Bribery Scheme Involving President Biden’s Family Faces Detention Hearing

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LOS ANGELES (AP) — A former FBI informant accused of orchestrating a false bribery scheme involving President Joe Biden’s family is scheduled to appear in a California federal court today. The hearing will determine whether Alexander Smirnov, who claims to have connections to Russian intelligence, should remain in custody while awaiting trial. Special counsel David Weiss is urging U.S. District Judge Otis Wright II to keep Smirnov behind bars, citing concerns that he may attempt to flee the country. Last week, a different judge released Smirnov on electronic GPS monitoring, but he was re-arrested following … Read more

Case Western Reserve University’s Renowned Legal Expert, Michael Benza, Weighs In on FirstEnergy Bribery Scandal Charges

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CLEVELAND (AP) — Michael Benza, a law professor at Case Western Reserve University, recently shed light on the charges brought forward in the FirstEnergy bribery scandal. This scandal, which has shaken the state of Ohio, involves allegations of corrupt conduct by powerful individuals and organizations. Benza’s discussion highlighted the intricate details of this complex case. The charges revolve around alleged bribes paid by FirstEnergy to public officials in order to secure the passage of beneficial legislation. The utility company is accused of funneling millions of dollars through dark money groups and political contributions to influence … Read more

Cracking Down on Foreign Bribery: Japan Strengthens Laws and Prosecutions

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TOKYO, JAPAN – The Unfair Competition Prevention Act (UCPA) in Japan prohibits bribery of foreign public officials, and recent trends show that Japanese authorities are paying more attention to corruption than ever before. The UCPA considers bribery of foreign public officials punishable when it is related to an international commercial transaction. This includes activities such as international trade and cross-border investment. The bribe must be provided to foreign public officials or others, and it must be made with the intention of obtaining illicit gains in business. To establish a case of bribery, prosecutors must prove … Read more

Keith Kaneshiro’s Bribery Trial: Jury Selection Progresses for Former Prosecutor as Donors Await Verdict

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Honolulu, Hawaii – The jury pool for the upcoming bribery trial of former prosecuting attorney Keith Kaneshiro and campaign donors has been reduced. This development signifies progress in the ongoing legal proceedings. The process of whittling down the jury pool began with hundreds of potential jurors. These individuals were subjected to an extensive vetting process, aimed at selecting a fair and impartial jury. As a result, the pool has now been narrowed down to a select group of individuals who will ultimately decide the fate of Kaneshiro and the campaign donors involved in this case. … Read more