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Sen. Bob Menendez may blame his wife when he stands trial next month on political corruption charges, according to newly unsealed court documents ... Show more abcnews.go.com/Politics/sen-bob-menendez-blame-wife-federal-corruption-trial/story
Launching the BJP's #LokSabhaElection campaign in #UttarPradesh 's #Meerut , Prime Minister #NarendraModi came down heavily on the Opposition INDIA bloc on the issue of political ... Show more www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/modi-will-not-stop-action-on-corruption-to-continue-pm-101711910301839.html
Survey: M'sia heading wrong direction, graft a key concern: 50pct of respondents say political corruption a worrying trend.
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Fifth column by Tavleen Singh: Corruption as an election issue: The truth is that the quickest way to make a dishonest fortune is to become an Indian politician.
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HT Exclusive: Just 3% of ED investigations related to people in politics, says PM Narendra Modi | Mint
livemint.com/politics/policy/just-3-of-ed-investigations-related-to-people-in-politics-pm-narendra-modi-11712848311641.html
Álvaro Uribe Faces Trial in High-Stakes Case in Colombia: Álvaro Uribe, the former President of Colombia, is set to face a trial that has captivated the entire ...
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Quick Glance: Colombia’s Ex-President Faces Landmark Trial
- Former president Álvaro Uribe, a prominent Colombian leader, is set to stand trial for procedural fraud and bribery.
- Uribe has been entangled in a witness-tampering scandal in the country’s judicial system for over a decade.
- Despite denying the allegations, Uribe is to be charged with witness bribing and procedural fraud.
- While regarded as a war hero by some, Uribe faces criticism from human rights groups and is linked to dark chapters in Colombian history.
Court reserves order on CBI plea seeking five-day custody of K Kavitha: The CBI on Thursday produced Bharat Rasthra Samithi (BRS) leader K Kavitha ...
business-standard.com/india-news/cbi-produces-brs-leader-k-kavitha-before-court-seeks-five-day-custody-124041200246_1.html
Supreme Court to hear arguments on bribery law that could shape political corruption probes in Illinois, including case against ex-Speaker Madigan
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Feds look to call ex-aldermen to testify at Madigan trial as experts on machine politics, City Hall
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/11/feds-look-to-call-ex-aldermen-to-testify-at-madigan-trial-as-experts-on-machine-politics-city-hall/
BRS leader K Kavitha moves court opposing CBI plea to quiz her in Tihar: BRS leader K Kavitha, arrested in the Delhi excise policy-linked money laundering case ...
business-standard.com/india-news/brs-leader-k-kavitha-moves-court-opposing-cbi-plea-to-quiz-her-in-tihar-124040600204_1.html
Peruvian ‘Rolex Case’ Leads to Police Raid of Presidential Palace: Her wrists may be icy but her hands are clean, Peruvian President Dina Boularte insists.
thedailybeast.com/peruvian-rolex-case-leads-to-police-raid-of-presidential-palace
Navalny’s Future Russia Did Not Include Everyone: The opposition leader garnered his support by espousing nationalist ideals, as well as opposing the Kremlin
newlinesmag.com/spotlight/navalnys-future-russia-did-not-include-everyone/
Quick Glance: Navalny's Complex Political Influence
- Reactions to Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny's death focused on countering President Putin.
- His nationalist views sparked controversy in Ukraine, the Caucasus, and Central Asia.
- Analyzing Navalny's political evolution from Russian nationalist to anti-corruption crusader.
- His nationalist rhetoric remains tied to corruption while fighting against authoritarian structures.
Mexico’s president and his family are fighting claims of corruption: The truth is that Andrés Manuel López Obrador has done too little to tackle the problem in ...
economist.com/the-americas/2024/02/08/mexicos-president-and-his-family-are-fighting-claims-of-corruption
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Nigeria’s self-immolation: Killing ourselves by ourselves: "I have learnt about the fortitude and strength of a determined patriotic people who may disagree ...
punchng.com/nigerias-self-immolation-killing-ourselves-by-ourselves/
The Corrupt Supreme Court Could Make Political Bribery Even Easier: The plaintiff in Snyder v United States is claiming that when a public official accepts a ...
hartmannreport.com/p/is-scotus-about-to-make-bribing-politicians-e77
In his new book, Sam Pitroda examines whether capitalism can allow a true democracy to prosper
scroll.in/article/1064737/in-his-new-book-sam-pitroda-examines-whether-capitalism-can-allow-a-true-democracy-to-prosper
For second time in 24 hours, ex-Pakistani leader Khan sentenced to prison: Khan was sentenced to 14 years in prison in a corruption case just days before ...
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Quick Glance: Pakistan: Future of Ex-PM Imran Khan & PTI Party
- As the country gears up for elections, the focus is on the fate of former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his legal battles.
- Despite the military's attempts to undermine the PTI party, Imran Khan's popularity remains strong, according to Harris Khalique of the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan.
- A court sentenced Khan and his wife to 14 years in prison for corruption related to the sale of state gifts during his time as prime minister.
- Even with Khan in jail, opinion polls show the PTI party leading ahead of its main rivals, the Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) and the Pakistan People's Party.
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Gabriel Boric, president of Chile: ‘The left in Latin America has had a tendency not to take responsibility for its own mistakes’
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PRESIDENT RUTO says payment of school fees through e-citizen platform unstoppable; vows to crush alleged resistance to e-government by corruption cartels.
A year after Lausch’s departure, Chicago’s next U.S. attorney still in limbo: One year after Chicago U.S. Attorney John Lausch stepped down, the caustic ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/03/11/a-year-after-lauschs-departure-chicagos-next-u-s-attorney-still-in-limbo/
Hemant Soren: Jharkhand CM arrested in a corruption case: Hemant Soren stepped down as the chief minister of Jharkhand state, hours before his arrest.
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Quick Glance: Corruption Case: Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren Arrested
- Hemant Soren, a Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) member, is accused of corruption.
- His party has named transport minister Champai Soren as the next chief minister of the state.
- Mr Soren has contested his arrest in India's Supreme Court, alleging political motivation.
- He is the latest in a long list of opposition leaders facing high-profile investigations by India's central agencies.
ANC’s failed step-aside rule a dead letter destined for the dustbin of history: Step-aside rule: The veterans and aristocracy of the ANC may baulk at being ...
dailymaverick.co.za/opinionista/2024-03-06-ancs-failed-step-aside-rule-a-dead-letter-destined-for-the-dustbin-of-history/
Former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich went down in a blaze of infamy for one of the largest political corruption scandals of our time ... Show more cnn.it/3Ikf0Vf
About 70 NYCHA employees arrested for bribery, corruption charges: About 70 NYC public housing employees arrested in bribery probe, federal officials say
gothamist.com/news/about-70-nyc-public-housing-employees-arrested-in-bribery-probe-federal-officials-say
A new dawn for Latino politicians in L.A. County's 'corridor of corruption': In Southeast L.A. County, a new generation of politicians is pushing back against ...
latimes.com/california/story/2024-02-27/southeast-la-politics-sela-united
Axe on electoral bonds: A case of too little, too late?: The Supreme Court has now ordered SBI to stop rolling out such bonds and submit details of bonds ...
financialexpress.com/opinion/axe-on-electoral-bonds-a-case-of-too-little-too-late/3395802/
Quick Glance: Indian Electoral Bonds: Supreme Court Rules Out Anonymous Election Funding
- Opposition parties protest against electoral bonds
- Electoral bonds introduced for transparent political funding
- Court rules electoral bonds violate citizens' right to access information
- Only registered political parties can receive and must cash electoral bonds within 15 days
Tony Evers signs Wisconsin legislative maps ending GOP gerrymander: Republicans in Wisconsin have enjoyed lopsided majorities in the Legislature under ...
jsonline.com/videos/news/2024/02/19/tony-evers-signs-wisconsin-legislative-maps-ending-gop-gerrymander/72658460007/
Quick Glance: Evers Signs New Maps, Shifting Wisconsin Power
- Gov. Tony Evers signs new maps, potentially shifting power away from the GOP in Wisconsin.
- Evers' signature ends a long fight by Democrats to rebalance the political field in Wisconsin.
- The new maps have a slight Republican tilt but aim for fair representation based on votes in the state Legislature.
- Evers emphasizes the importance of fair maps where people choose their elected officials, not the other way around.
Opinion: Welcome to Payola World! : Illinois has a chance to enshrine its long history of corruption.
npr.org/2024/02/24/1233622291/opinion-welcome-to-payola-world
Former Malaysian premier Najib Razak’s jail term halved from 12 to 6 years, say official sources
channelnewsasia.com/asia/najib-razak-royal-pardon-jail-term-cut-malaysia-former-prime-minister-4071746
Synchronise Lok Sabha and Assembly polls first, BJP tells ‘one nation, one election’ panel
scroll.in/latest/1064055/synchronise-lok-sabha-and-assembly-polls-first-bjp-tells-one-nation-one-election-panel
Najib Razak's jail will become the first Malaysian PM to be jailed: Malaysia has halved the sentence of disgraced former Prime Minister Najib Razak ...
wionews.com/videos/najib-razaks-jail-will-become-the-first-malaysian-pm-to-be-jailed-686700
NEW: A £10 million property portfolio located in a Scottish neighbourhood is among assets linked to Michelle Mone and her husband that have been frozen by ... Show more
Why Mark Gorton Built the Super PAC Behind the RFK Jr. Ad: Mark Gorton, the co-founder of the American Values 2024 super-PAC behind RFK Jr.’s Super Bowl ad ...
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Quick Glance: RFK Jr. Debuts $7M Super Bowl Ad
- Super PAC supporting Robert F. Kennedy Jr. released a $7 million Super Bowl ad.
- Ad was a recreation of his uncle's 1960 campaign spot, featuring Kennedy Jr. and emphasizing independence.
- The ad aired nationally, showcasing Kennedy Jr.'s activities and promoting unity.
- The ad led to increased Google searches for Kennedy and addressed family concerns in a post.
While former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak’s bid for freedom remains unclear, Pejuang has slammed Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s anti-corruption effort as ... Show more mk.my/6dS1VMC
Resolutions and open secrets: The European Parliament’s recent resolution and its rather obvious observations on the state of affairs in Greece would be rendered ...
ekathimerini.com/opinion/1231898/resolutions-and-open-secrets/
Decoding the Modi government's white paper on Indian economy : The Narendra Modi government released a white paper, claiming their strategic policies ...
wionews.com/business-economy/decoding-the-modi-governments-white-paper-on-indian-economy-688601
Opinion: Brazil’s Political Climate – Fueling Bolsonarism: (Opinion) In Brazil, the actions of the Supreme Federal Court (STF) and President Lula's ...
riotimesonline.com/opinion-brazils-political-climate-fueling-bolsonarism/
Quick Glance: Brazil Police Investigate Bolsonaro Allies
- Brazilian police investigate allies of former President Jair Bolsonaro for allegedly attempting to overturn the 2022 election results.
- Bolsonaro was not the target of the search but was ordered to hand over his passport.
- The investigation focuses on Bolsonaro's allies, including his former advisor, former Justice Minister, and the head of Bolsonaro's Liberal Party.
- The probe is related to an alleged criminal organization that prepared for a military intervention to keep Bolsonaro in power after the 2022 election.
Sona 2024: Ramaphosa says the impact of state capture can still be seen today: President Cyril Ramaphosa said that the consequences of State capture can still be ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/sona-2024-ramaphosa-says-the-impact-of-state-capture-can-still-be-seen-today-b63659e4-0dc8-4101-8c0c-55e5f5a4b7c2
Quick Glance: Poll | Impact of Tintswalo's Story
- President Cyril Ramaphosa discussed the ANC in his state of the nation address.
- Criticism of Ramaphosa's portrayal of 'Tintswalo' and the mixed reactions it received.
- Challenges raised by opposition parties, citizens, and commentators regarding socioeconomic issues in South Africa post-democracy.
- Realities faced by 'Tintswalo' and others in contemporary South Africa highlighted, including unemployment, crime, and more.
‘Ex-DJB chief engineer had passed on bribe money to AAP as election funds’: ED: On Tuesday, the ED had conducted raids at various locations of Delhi ...
indianexpress.com/article/cities/delhi/ex-djb-chief-engineer-bribe-money-aap-election-funds-ed-9149388/
Regulators cannot chase you for compliance, but they can surely chase you out of business
deccanherald.com/opinion/regulators-cannot-chase-you-for-compliance-but-they-can-surely-chase-you-out-of-business-2892126
In his address in the #RajyaSabha , #PMModi on Wednesday hit back at the #Congress party on the issues of corruption, economy, rights and reservation by quoting former ... Show more www.youtube.com/watch?v=BHkXhHRkkH4
South Africa's Ramaphosa touts ANC history in state of nation address: South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa used a major speech in parliament on Thursday to ...
reuters.com/world/africa/south-africas-ramaphosa-touts-anc-history-state-nation-address-2024-02-08/
Fico's coalition government votes to eliminate office of anti-corruption prosecutor
kyivindependent.com/ficos-coalition-government-votes-to-eliminate-office-of-anti-corruption-prosecutor/
China picks awkward time to strike fear in markets: Beijing’s corruption crackdown is threatening to derail efforts to boost confidence in the world’s second ...
reuters.com/breakingviews/china-picks-awkward-time-strike-fear-markets-2024-02-06/
Former transportation official pleads guilty to offering bribe to state senator: A longtime Chicago political operative pleaded guilty Tuesday to a scheme to ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/02/09/former-transportation-official-pleads-guilty-to-bribing-state-senator/
Prove corruption charges; will quit politics: Ex-Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren’s challenge to BJP
deccanherald.com/india/jharkhand/prove-corruption-charges-will-quit-politics-ex-jharkhand-cm-hemant-sorens-challenge-to-bjp-2880088
Malaysia Confirms Royal Pardon for Jailed Former PM Najib Razak: The pardon, which halves the former leader's prison sentence from 12 to six years ...
thediplomat.com/2024/02/malaysia-confirms-royal-pardon-for-jailed-former-pm-najib-razak/
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Court acquits former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko in Sh357m corruption case citing lack of sufficient evidence.
Xi aims anti-graft purge at China's military on eve of centenary: BEIJING -- Chinese President Xi Jinping is pressing forward with an anti-corruption campaign ...
asia.nikkei.com/Politics/Xi-aims-anti-graft-purge-at-China-s-military-on-eve-of-centenary
Paris 2024 Olympics chief Tony Estanguet faces inquiry over pay: The former gold medal-winning canoeist is the chairman of the organising committee for the Games ...
thetimes.co.uk/article/paris-2024-olympics-chief-tony-estanguet-faces-inquiry-over-pay-gpkhxwc7t
Paid articlePaid Sultan Ibrahim, Malaysia’s new king, owns a private army, over 300 cars and several jets
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Actor Vijay enters politics: Tamil movie superstar Vijay is set to take a decisive step into Tamil Nadu politics, launching a new party – which he announced on ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/02/05/actor-vijay-enters-politics
EDITORIAL | Whether president ‘likes it or not’ election results will be the real indicator of progress
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times-daily/opinion-and-analysis/2024-02-08-editorial-whether-president-likes-it-or-not-election-results-will-be-the-real-indicator-of-progress/
Paid articlePaid ‘It is an offence for a policeman to receive ang pow while on duty’: PETALING JAYA: It is an offence for a policeman to receive “ang pow” or money packets while ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/02/08/it-is-an-offence-for-a-policeman-to-receive-ang-pow-while-on-duty
Paying school fees on e-Citizen unstoppable , President Ruto says: The President says this will help eliminate the payment of illegal levies by some schools.
nation.africa/kenya/news/paying-school-fees-on-e-citizen-unstoppable-president-ruto-says-4517066
Are India’s corruption police targeting Narendra Modi’s critics?: Money-laundering raids, many on the opposition, have increased 27-fold in the past decade
economist.com/asia/2024/02/05/are-indias-corruption-police-targeting-narendra-modis-critics
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Singapore Ex-PM’s Son Found Liable for Millions Lost by Company: Singapore’s High Court has found Goh Jin Hian liable for $146 million in losses under his watch ...
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Thai SEC files charges against former Zipmex CEO for ‘corruption and deception’: Former Zipmex CEO Akalarp Yimwilai could face charges in Thailand following a ...
cointelegraph.com/news/thai-sec-charges-former-zipmex-ceo-fraud
OPINION: Some of the wounds the earthquake in Turkey inflicted will never heal — especially in a country with such a long history of impunity for officials who ... Show more trib.al/A1q821N
This week in #JamaicaNow : 499 candidates have been nominated for local government elections … The JLP’s Kim Brown Lawrence who is facing corruption charges defended ... Show more
China's Political Power List Hints at Fate of Disappeared Official: Former Defense Minister Wei Fenghe was missing from a list of retired Chinese political ...
newsweek.com/china-political-power-list-wei-fenghe-missing-1868398
The world urgently needs an international anti-corruption court: Corruption flourishes when justice systems are captured by the wealthy and powerful
mg.co.za/thought-leader/opinion/2024-02-07-the-world-urgently-needs-an-international-anti-corruption-court/
Yang Hengjun's death sentence shows power of China's secret service: Ministry of State Security sends message to would-be pro-democracy activists
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Has mercy in Najib's pardon robbed the nation of justice, asks Bar: Malaysian Bar president Karen Cheah claims the decision also shows the unity government has ...
freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2024/02/07/has-mercy-in-najibs-pardon-robbed-nation-of-justice-asks-bar/
Brazil top court orders Novonor to keep paying some installments on corruption fines
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STB auditing 2022 F1 race following corruption allegations against Iswaran: Grace Fu
straitstimes.com/singapore/politics/stb-is-auditing-the-2022-f1-race-following-corruption-allegations-against-iswaran-grace-fu
Former transportation official pleads guilty to offering bribe to state senator: A longtime Chicago political operative pleaded guilty Tuesday to a scheme to ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/02/09/former-transportation-official-pleads-guilty-to-bribing-state-senator/
Lawmakers call for action on crisis in Georgia’s state prisons: The Georgia Legislature is considering ways to curb violence, contraband and corruption at the ...
ajc.com/news/investigations/lawmakers-call-for-action-on-crisis-in-georgias-state-prisons/D6TTJYYZVNFHJGI6D4AUD55CGM/
TS Budget Session Begins Today; Cong, BRS Brace for Stormy Affair: Hyderabad: The Budget Session of the Telangana Legislative Assembly and Council will commence ...
deccanchronicle.com/ts-budget-session-begins-today-cong-brs-brace-for-stormy-affair
EFCC charges Yahaya Bello with corruption, Kogi govt kicks: Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello handed over to his successor, Usman Ododo, on 27 January and ...
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The 33-year-old man is charged with several counts, including institutional sexual assault and corruption of minors, related to incidents at a Middletown ... Show more
Sultan urges ICPC to go after marketers hoarding essential commodities: Speaking earlier, the ICPC commissioner said the agency’s war against corruption is key ...
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Kazakhstan’s President to Name Chief of Staff as Prime Minister: Kazakhstan’s president is poised to name his chief of staff to the post of prime minister ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-02-06/kazakhstan-s-president-to-name-chief-of-staff-as-prime-minister
Paid articlePaid A former national security adviser to El Salvador's government, who had accused a congressman from the ruling New Ideas party of corruption and drug ... Show more reut.rs/3SwkIIg
UK government urged to adopt more positive outlook for LLMs to avoid missing ‘AI goldrush’
techcrunch.com/2024/02/01/uk-ai-llms-house-of-lords-report/
NLB assistant director charged with corruption, other offences linked to National Archives projects
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/nlb-assistant-director-charged-corruption-cheating-national-archives-4103896
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