All articles tagged with #corruption allegations
Ken Ofori-Atta, Ghana's former Finance Minister wanted for corruption, is detained in the US over immigration issues, with his lawyers challenging his extradition and asserting his compliance with legal processes amid political tensions between Ghana and the US.
A deadly train derailment in southern Mexico, resulting in 13 deaths and numerous injuries, has reignited corruption allegations linked to government infrastructure projects, particularly the interoceanic train initiated under former President López Obrador, amid ongoing concerns about safety and transparency.
Amid corruption allegations against Eric Adams' team, NYC mayoral candidates and political figures discuss potential impacts on the race, with some suggesting Adams' support remains strong despite the scandals, and others noting the influence of Cuomo's resurgence if Adams drops out.
Labour MP Tulip Siddiq's trial has begun in Bangladesh over corruption allegations related to land influence, which she denies, claiming the process is politically motivated; she faces potential life imprisonment if convicted.
Tens of thousands of people protested in Madrid against Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's government, demanding early elections amid ongoing corruption allegations involving his family and party members. The protests, led by the opposition People's Party, highlight widespread discontent and political tensions in Spain.
Senator John Cornyn of Texas is challenging Attorney General Ken Paxton in the upcoming Republican primary, emphasizing a focus on character and integrity amid Paxton's history of corruption allegations and legal troubles, with the race expected to be fierce and potentially impactful for Texas politics.
The Texas Supreme Court ruled that Attorney General Ken Paxton will not have to testify under oath in a whistleblower lawsuit filed by four former aides who accused him of corruption and wrongful termination. The court's decision, which Paxton's office hailed as a victory against politically-motivated litigation, prevents the whistleblowers from deposing Paxton and his deputies. The lawsuit, which Paxton has agreed not to contest, alleges violations of the state's Whistleblower Act. Despite the ruling, the lawsuit and related federal investigations continue.
Peru's president, Dina Boluarte, has dismissed an investigation into her use of luxury watches as a "smoke-screen", denying wrongdoing and claiming the items were loaned to her. The scandal, known as Rolexgate, has embroiled her government in a political crisis and forced her to reshuffle her cabinet. Boluarte faces allegations of illicit enrichment and a separate investigation over her role in the killings of 49 people during protests. She blamed her lawyer for advising her not to address the country earlier and called on prosecutors to be more professional, dismissing the investigation as a "lie" and a "smoke-screen".
Luis Rubiales, former president of the Spanish Football Federation, was detained and questioned by police in connection with alleged corruption, money laundering, and misuse of funds during his term. The investigation, codenamed 'Operacion Brodie', involves potential crimes linking Spain, the Dominican Republic, Saudi Arabia, and China. Rubiales also faces charges of alleged sexual assault and coercion. The RFEF is preparing for elections to choose Rubiales' permanent successor, while distancing itself from the former president and his associates.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has reached a pretrial deal to avoid a jury trial in his securities fraud case, agreeing to pay nearly $300,000 in restitution, take legal ethics classes, and complete 100 hours of community service. If he fulfills the terms, the charges will be dismissed in 18 months. Despite the deal, Paxton's lawyer emphasized that there was no admission of guilt, citing the unpredictability and cost of jury trials. Paxton has faced corruption allegations for years, including impeachment by members of his own party in the Texas House of Representatives last year.
House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer, R-Ky., announced plans to invite President Joe Biden to testify in the impeachment investigation, alleging that his family received tens of millions of dollars from foreign companies with his assistance. This comes after a public hearing where GOP lawmakers accused the president's relatives of corruption, but no new evidence directly implicating him was presented. The prospects of moving forward with impeachment have also diminished as some House Republicans question the evidence for impeachable offenses.
Portugal has held an election where neither the centre-left nor the opposition centre-right is likely to win outright, potentially leaving the far-right Chega party as kingmaker. The election comes after former Prime Minister Antonio Costa's resignation over corruption allegations, which has boosted the campaign of Chega leader André Ventura. Despite economic growth, voters are concerned about high inflation, public services, and a housing crisis. Both the centre-right and Socialists have vowed to sideline Chega, with the former PM's endorsement of the new Socialist leader in the election.
Wayne LaPierre, longtime NRA chief, testified in a civil trial about extensive spending, including private jet charters to the Bahamas, Europe, and Asia, paid for by the NRA. He also admitted to using NRA funds for personal expenses, such as his niece's family trips and a personal assistant's son's wedding. The trial, brought by the New York Attorney General, alleges that the NRA violated non-profit laws, committed tax fraud, and engaged in extensive personal spending by its leaders.
Rob Walker, a key Biden family business associate, denied any wrongdoing by President Biden in connection to the foreign ventures of Hunter Biden and James Biden during the impeachment inquiry. Republicans questioned Walker about his knowledge of the lucrative ventures and the services provided in exchange for the funds distributed to the Bidens. The inquiry also delved into potential connections between Joe Biden and the foreign dealings of his family members, including meetings and communications with their business partners.
The Republican-led US House of Representatives has voted to formally authorize an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden, making him the eighth president to face such an inquiry. The decision came after Biden's son, Hunter Biden, defied a congressional subpoena by refusing to testify behind closed doors. Republicans accuse the president and his family of profiting from his time as vice president, particularly focusing on Hunter Biden's business activities in Ukraine and China. While analysts believe the impeachment effort is unlikely to remove Biden from office, it could allow Republicans to highlight allegations of corruption during the 2024 election campaign.