Former Spanish PM Zapatero Probed in Airline Bailout
#Spain #CorruptionSpanish court probes ex-PM Zapatero for alleged influence peddling in 2021 Plus Ultra airline bailout of €53 million. He denies wrongdoing, summoned for June 2 questioning. read more
Moldovan Oligarch Gets 19 Years for $1 Billion Bank Fraud
#Moldova #CorruptionA Moldovan court sentenced oligarch and ex-opposition leader Vladimir Plahotniuc to 19 years for a $1 billion bank fraud from 2014. He was convicted of leading a criminal organization, fraud, and money laundering. His lawyer plans to appeal. read more
Spanish PMs Wife Charged with Corruption
#Spain #CorruptionThe wife of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, Begoña Gómez, has been charged with corruption, including influence peddling and embezzlement. The case, which her allies call a political smear, follows a two-year investigation. Sánchez has dismissed it as an attempt to undermine him. read more
Venezuelan Opposition Leader's Son-in-Law Sentenced for Oil Corruption
#Venezuela #CorruptionSon-in-law of a leading Venezuelan opposition figure, Fernando Vuteff, is sentenced to 30 months in prison for his involvement in a bribery conspiracy that involved siphoning $1.2 billion from the state-owned oil company, with some funds allegedly going to accounts controlled by President Maduro's stepsons. read more
Former NYC official arrested for obstructing probe into Mayor Adams
#NYC #CorruptionFormer New York City Hall employee Mohamed Bahi, a senior liaison in Mayor Eric Adams' administration, was arrested for obstructing a bribery probe by instructing witnesses to lie and destroying evidence. His resignation is among seven senior officials who have left since Adams was indicted. read more
#Trump #Corruption
Donald Trump is adjusting his policies to cater to wealthy donors in exchange for funds to secure a second term in the White House. From oil companies to the crypto industry, Trump is pushing policy reversals to appease big-money supporters. read more
#Russia #corruption
Putin's military crackdown continues as another high-ranking Russian general, Lieutenant General Vadim Shamarin, is arrested for allegedly taking bribes. This marks the fourth arrest of a top defense figure within a month, reflecting a broader effort to combat corruption in the Russian military. read more
#Russia #Corruption
Senior Russian military officials are being arrested for corruption, starting with a deputy defense minister last month and continuing with more officials this week. The crackdown raises questions about Putin's control, a possible turf battle, and the impact on Russia's economy. read more
#Corruption #GovernmentContracts
An investigation found that Weihong Hu, a hotel developer, allegedly purchased favors from New York City Mayor Eric Adams by hosting fundraisers and providing benefits to his associates, ultimately securing millions in city contracts and regulatory favors. read more
#Russia #corruption
Putin has arrested another high-ranking Russian military figure, Lt. Gen. Vadim Shamarin, for alleged large-scale bribery, marking the fourth such detention in a month. The arrests aim to combat corruption in military contracting. read more
#Corruption #NorthCarolina
Donor and consultant convicted again for attempting to bribe North Carolina's insurance commissioner for preferential treatment. Greg Lindberg and John Gray face up to 30 years in prison. Lindberg was released after his 2022 conviction was vacated. read more
#Peru #Corruption
Peruvian President Dina Boluarte faces accusations of amassing a $500,000 jewelry collection on a modest salary, prompting a criminal investigation. Her presidency adds to Peru's history of corrupt leaders. read more