Ties between California Gov. Gavin Newsom, ChinaSF, and CCP

Senator Ted Cruz discusses Congress investing in the military on 'Life, Liberty & Levin.' A former CCP official received help from a longtime ally of California Gov. Gavin Newsom. There are ties between ChinaSF and CCP, with connections to Newsom and Chinese companies.

Federal Corruption Trial of Michael Madigan

Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan was found guilty on ten counts of bribery, conspiracy, and wire fraud after a federal corruption trial. The jury acquitted him on seven charges and had no verdict on six others. Madigan's longtime confidant, Michael McClain, was not convicted in this case but had been found guilty of bribery in a separate trial. The charges stemmed from allegations of using their positions for personal gain through bribery and influence peddling. Madigan, a powerful figure in Illinois politics for decades, was indicted in 2022 on federal racketeering charges.

Joe Biden's Controversial Pardon of Hunter Biden

Joe Biden issued a blanket pardon for his son, Hunter, which is seen as a proxy pardon for the whole Biden family. This move is considered corrupt and unprecedented in its scope, effectively ending ongoing investigations into alleged Biden family influence peddling schemes.

Allegations of Hunter Biden's Involvement in Influence Peddling Overseas

The U.S. Department of Justice alleges Hunter Biden was involved in influence peddling overseas, confirming previous reporting. Payments were made to Hunter Biden by a Romanian oligarch, and the deal was structured to avoid FARA filings. Further investigations are expected to uncover more deals with China, Ukraine, and Russia.

Legal Troubles of Carla Bruni-Sarkozy and Nicolas Sarkozy

Former supermodel and French first lady Carla Bruni-Sarkozy faces preliminary charges for witness tampering in a case involving illegal campaign financing. Her husband, ex-President Nicolas Sarkozy, has been convicted in two other legal cases but denies wrongdoing. He was found guilty of corruption and influence peddling in a separate case in 2021, making him the first former French president to be convicted and sentenced to prison for actions during his term.

Hunter Biden's Conviction and Deeper Scandal

Hunter Biden convicted of three felonies related to illegal firearm possession, but deeper scandal involves allegations of peddling influence through his father, President Joe Biden, with upcoming trial for tax evasion. Trial outcome may impact November elections.

NPR and Hunter Biden Laptop Story

NPR senior business editor admits Hunter Biden laptop story was newsworthy and reveals a connection to corrupt influence peddling, criticizes NPR for turning a blind eye and not admitting their misjudgment when the laptop was confirmed as real.

Biden Family Business Dealings and House Impeachment Inquiry

House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer invites President Biden to testify as part of the impeachment inquiry regarding alleged influence peddling and foreign funds received by the Biden family. Evidence suggests contradictory statements by Biden and possible involvement in self-enrichment schemes.

Biden Family Business Investigation

House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer asks President Joe Biden to appear before the Committee to answer questions about contradictions in the Biden family business dealings. Biden is implicated in pay-for-influence schemes involving foreign nationals.

Alleged Abuse of Office by President Joe Biden

The House Oversight Committee will hold a hearing on President Joe Biden’s alleged abuse of office and influence peddling for his family’s business dealings on Wednesday, March 20.

House Oversight Committee Chairman invites Hunter Biden and associates to testify at public hearing

House Oversight Committee Chairman invites Hunter Biden and his business associates to testify at a public hearing to examine inconsistencies in their testimonies regarding President Biden's alleged involvement in family business dealings.

GOP lawmakers discuss Biden family influence peddling and impeachment inquiry

GOP lawmakers discuss impeachment inquiry against President Biden, emphasizing investigation into Biden family influence peddling. FBI informant indicted for false information regarding Bidens' ties to Ukrainian energy company. House investigators interview Hunter Biden's ex-business associate in prison.