Corruption

"Trump Administration Shrinks DOJ’s Public Integrity Team, Raising Alarm Over Corruption Investigations"

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Washington, D.C. — Under the Biden administration, the Department of Justice’s Public Integrity Section has witnessed a dramatic reduction in resources and personnel tasked with investigating corruption among government officials. Since former President Donald Trump took office, the section’s dedicated team has shrunk from 36 experienced lawyers to just two, raising concerns about the future of public corruption investigations. Sources reveal that many attorneys within the Public Integrity Section have either resigned, resigned in protest, or been reassigned to different roles across the country. The team has lost all but one of its paralegals, severely … Read more

U.S. Targets Judge’s Wife with Sanctions Amid Bolsonaro Corruption Probe

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Washington, D.C. — The United States government has announced the imposition of sanctions against the spouse of a prominent Brazilian judge known for spearheading the corruption trials of former President Jair Bolsonaro. This measure underscores ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Brazil over judicial and political matters. The sanctions target the wife of Judge Sérgio Moro, who gained international recognition for his role in the high-profile investigation known as Operation Car Wash. This scandal revealed extensive corruption within Brazil’s political elite and led to numerous convictions, including that of Bolsonaro. With these sanctions, the U.S. … Read more

High-Profile Lawyer Detained Amidst Major Corruption Probe Tied to Likud Minister

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JERUSALEM — A lawyer associated with a prominent Israeli minister from the Likud party was detained during a large-scale police operation targeting alleged financial misconduct. The dramatic police action unfolded as investigators sought to unravel a complex web of suspected financial crimes involving several key individuals close to the minister. The arrest of the lawyer comes amid growing scrutiny over political figures in Israel grappling with allegations of corruption. This incident is part of a broader investigation that has intensified over the past few months, drawing attention to the intersection of politics and finance in … Read more

French Authorities Launch Corruption Probe Against Ex-Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati

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PARIS, France — A corruption investigation has been launched against former Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati, according to lawyers who filed the official complaint. The inquiry comes amidst growing scrutiny of public officials in Lebanon and their financial dealings. Mikati, who served two non-consecutive terms as Lebanon’s prime minister, is facing allegations related to corruption that could have significant implications for his political future. Legal experts are closely monitoring the situation, as it is part of a broader effort by French authorities to tackle corruption linked to foreign politicians and officials. The investigation reflects ongoing … Read more