All articles tagged with #tax evasion
Originally Published 11 days ago — by Financial Times
A new crackdown on crypto tax evasion has been implemented, aiming to enhance regulatory oversight and ensure compliance within the cryptocurrency sector.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CNN
President Donald Trump granted a full pardon to former MLB star Darryl Strawberry for a 1995 tax evasion charge, highlighting his past struggles and subsequent efforts at sobriety and recovery, amidst a broader use of clemency powers during his second term.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Bloomberg.com
President Donald Trump has granted a pardon to former baseball star Darryl Strawberry, who pleaded guilty to tax evasion over three decades ago, citing his faith, sobriety, and active involvement in ministry as reasons for clemency.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by ABC7 New York
President Donald Trump pardoned former Mets star Darryl Strawberry, citing his Christian faith, sobriety, and efforts in ministry after a history of legal issues including tax evasion and drug charges. Strawberry expressed gratitude and credited his faith for his transformation, highlighting the pardon as a moment of personal liberation.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by ESPN
President Donald Trump pardoned former MLB star Darryl Strawberry, citing his Christian faith and sobriety, after Strawberry served time for tax evasion and drug-related charges, and had become active in ministry and recovery efforts.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CBS News
President Trump granted a pardon to former MLB star Darryl Strawberry, who had pleaded guilty to tax evasion in 1995, and has since turned his life around through faith and community work. Strawberry expressed gratitude for the pardon, which he received amid his recovery from health issues and his recent number retirement ceremony with the Mets.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CNBC
President Donald Trump pardoned former MLB star Darryl Strawberry, who had pleaded guilty to tax evasion three decades ago, after he served time and paid back taxes; Strawberry, now active in ministry and recovery, was also known for his baseball achievements and past substance abuse issues.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The New York Times
Executives of RCI Hospitality Holdings were charged with bribing a New York tax auditor through trips and lap dances at strip clubs to avoid paying $8 million in taxes, with evidence including emails and text messages revealing a scheme spanning from 2010 to 2024.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The New York Times
Angela Rayner, UK Deputy Prime Minister and a key ally of Keir Starmer, resigned after an ethics investigation found she underpaid taxes on a property transaction, marking a setback for the Labour Party.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Los Angeles Times
A federal judge criticized President Biden for pardoning his son, Hunter Biden, in a tax evasion case, arguing that the president misrepresented the facts and maligned the judicial system. Judge Mark Scarsi, appointed by Trump, questioned the constitutionality of the pardon, which covered an 11-year period and included future conduct. The pardon has drawn bipartisan criticism, with Scarsi highlighting that Hunter Biden's tax evasion occurred after he became sober. The judge vacated Hunter's sentencing hearing, pending formal receipt of the pardon.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
President Joe Biden issued a full and unconditional pardon for his son Hunter Biden, despite previously promising not to use his presidential powers to intervene in his son's legal issues. Hunter Biden was convicted of gun-related charges and had pleaded guilty to tax evasion.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
President Joe Biden is set to pardon his son, Hunter Biden, for his convictions on federal gun charges and tax evasion, reversing his previous stance against using executive clemency. The decision comes ahead of Hunter's sentencing dates in December and as Biden nears the end of his presidential term. The move is expected to spark political controversy, especially among Republicans who have long criticized Hunter Biden's legal issues and alleged preferential treatment.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Elizabeth Gutfahr, former treasurer of Santa Cruz County, Arizona, pleaded guilty to embezzling over $38 million in county funds for personal use, including ranch renovations and car purchases. She admitted to transferring funds to personal accounts and using fake business accounts to conceal the theft. Gutfahr faces up to 35 years in prison and must pay restitution and federal taxes. Her plea highlights the Justice Department's focus on combating public corruption.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNBC
A Binance executive has escaped Nigerian custody as the government files new tax evasion charges against the cryptocurrency exchange, alleging non-payment of Value-Added Tax and company income tax, failure to submit tax returns, and complicity in aiding customers to evade taxes. The Nigerian government is in talks with Interpol to secure an international arrest warrant for the escaped executive. Binance's troubles in Nigeria stem from concerns about money movement, alleged money laundering, and facilitating speculation on the local currency, leading to the shutdown of its peer-to-peer trading platform in the country.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Bloomberg
Nigeria has charged Binance and two executives with tax evasion and detained one of the executives, while stating that the other has fled the country. The charges include non-payment of value-added tax and company income tax, failure to file tax returns, and complicity in aiding customers to evade taxes through the platform.