Tag #Political Corruption

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Alleged Qatari Intelligence Operation Targets Israeli Prime Minister's Office

Dvir Kariv, a former Shin Bet officer, alleges a Qatari intelligence operation successfully infiltrated the Israeli Prime Minister's Office, exploiting personal vulnerabilities to gain influence, raising concerns about national security and the weakening of the Shin Bet.

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Le Pen Banned from Office for Misuse of EU Funds

On April 6th, 2025, French far-right leader Marine Le Pen received a five-year ban from holding public office for misusing €4.1 million in European Parliament funds, a decision she denounced as a political attack, sparking protests from her supporters and counter-protests from her opponents.

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Blanco Survives Immunity Vote Amidst Gender Politics Clash

Following accusations of attempted rape by his half-sister, Mexican congressman Cuauhtémoc Blanco survived a failed attempt to remove his congressional immunity thanks to votes from the ruling Morena and PRI parties; dissenting female legislators now face consequences.

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NYC Mayor Adams to Run for Reelection as Independent

New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced on Thursday that he will run for reelection as an independent candidate in the general election, forgoing the Democratic primary, despite having a record-low approval rating of 20% and weak polling numbers; this comes after federal corruption charges against ...

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French Court Rules Against National Rally in Misappropriation Case

A French court's ruling on March 31st found National Rally assistants guilty of misappropriating €4.1 million over twelve years, highlighting increased judicial oversight of political ethics and sparking debate about the judiciary's role in French democracy.

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Le Pen Found Guilty of Misusing EU Funds, Banned from 2027 Election

A French court found Marine Le Pen, leader of the National Rally party, and 26 others guilty of misusing nearly €7 million in European Parliament funds, resulting in a four-year sentence (two years suspended) for Le Pen, a five-year ban from holding public office, and a two-year electronic monitorin...

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Le Pen Banned From French Election

A French court found Marine Le Pen guilty of embezzling €2.9 million in EU funds, banning her from running for office for five years; she has appealed, sparking international reactions and raising questions about the 2027 presidential election.

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Prosecutors Seek Seven-Year Sentence for George Santos

Disgraced former U.S. Rep. George Santos pleaded guilty to federal fraud and identity theft charges, with prosecutors seeking more than seven years in prison for his "unparalleled crimes" that involved fabricating his biography and stealing from donors, while his lawyers argue for a two-year sentenc...

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Prosecutors Seek 7-Year Sentence for George Santos for Campaign Fraud

Federal prosecutors are recommending a 7-year, 3-month prison sentence for former US Rep. George Santos, citing a wide-ranging scheme of fraud involving falsified campaign finance reports, theft from donors, and fabricated donations to gain political advantage, leading to his expulsion from Congress...

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Judge Dismisses Corruption Charges Against NYC Mayor Adams Amidst Allegations of Political Bargain

US District Judge Dale Ho dismissed corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams, citing concerns that allowing the case to proceed would create the appearance of a political bargain with the Trump administration, following the resignations of several prosecutors who believed the case was politic...

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French Court Bans Le Pen from 2027 Presidential Race

A French court banned Marine Le Pen from running for president in 2027 for five years following her conviction for misappropriating European Parliament funds, impacting the far-right's electoral strategy and sparking international reactions.

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Le Pen Convicted of Misusing EU Funds, Vows Appeal

Marine Le Pen, a leading French politician, was convicted for misusing millions of euros in EU funds between 2004 and 2016 by employing parliamentary assistants for domestic party work rather than their official EU duties; she immediately denounced the verdict as politically motivated and plans to a...

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