Former Philippines Mayor Accused of Ties to Chinese Criminal Syndicates and Money Laundering

Former Philippines mayor Alice Guo, accused of ties to Chinese criminal syndicates and money laundering, arrived in Manila after being deported from Indonesia. She denies the accusations and is wanted by the Philippine Senate for refusing to appear before an investigation.

Backpage.com prostitution scheme

Michael Lacey, former owner of Backpage.com, has been sentenced to five years in prison and fined $3 million for money laundering in a case involving promoting and profiting from prostitution. Two other Backpage executives were also sentenced to 10 years in prison. Backpage generated $500 million in prostitution-related revenue before being shut down in 2018.

Detention of Telegram Founder Pavel Durov

Telegram founder Pavel Durov was detained in Paris on allegations of money laundering and other offenses. The messaging service was created in response to Russian government crackdowns on digital spaces.

Indictment of Smartmatic Founder and President for Bribery and Money Laundering in 2016 Philippine Elections

Founder and president of Smartmatic indicted for bribery and money laundering scheme related to 2016 Philippine elections. Others involved in the scheme include executives of an election voting machine company and a former chairman of the Philippines' Commission on Elections. The case is being investigated by Homeland Security Investigations' El Dorado Task Force Miami in assistance with the IRS's Criminal Investigation Miami.

Indictment of Smartmatic Voting Machine Company Executives

Fox News reports on the indictment of Smartmatic voting machine company's co-founder and two other executives for bribery and money laundering scheme in the Philippines.

China's Alleged Involvement in Cleaning Drug Money for Mexican Cartels

China is suspected of engaging in a shadow war with the U.S. by cleaning drug money for Mexican cartels to fuel the deadly overdose epidemic and sow discord in American institutions. This is part of a larger strategy to weaken American ethics and morality.

Money Laundering Scheme Involving Sinaloa Cartel and Chinese Underground Bankers

Members of the Sinaloa Cartel used a network of Chinese underground bankers to launder over $50 million in drug proceeds, resulting in a ten-count superseding indictment against 24 men. The operation involved individuals in California, Mexico, and China, with the lead defendant being Edgar Joel Martinez Reyes.

Money Laundering Bust Involving Sinaloa Drug Cartel and Chinese Banking Group in California

Money laundering bust connects Mexico's Sinaloa drug cartel to underground Chinese banking group in California, leading to charges against 24 people

Money Laundering Scheme Involving Sinaloa Cartel and Chinese Nationals in the U.S.

Two dozen associates of Mexico’s Sinaloa cartel were charged in a money laundering scheme involving Chinese nationals in the U.S., moving over $50 million in drug money through an underground banking system. The case highlights the growing partnership between Mexican cartels and Chinese citizens in the U.S.

NYPD Raid on Brothel in Queens and Commercial Sex Ring in Boston and Virginia

NYPD raided a brothel in Queens after a councilman pushed them to take action. Three people at the center of a commercial sex ring in Boston and Virginia seeking plea agreements. They ran sophisticated high-dollar sex businesses.

Allegations against Buenos Aires Yoga School (BAYS)

Juan Percowicz, an accountant turned self-help guru, founded Buenos Aires Yoga School (BAYS) which is now accused of operating as a sex cult, exploiting members, and engaging in illegal activities. After years of accusations and investigations, new laws and evidence have led to a renewed case against Percowicz and BAYS.

Steve Bannon Trial Postponed

The trial for Steve Bannon, a Donald Trump ally, over allegations of defrauding donors to a campaign to build a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border has been postponed. Bannon faces charges of money laundering, conspiracy, and fraud. He has pleaded not guilty. The trial has been delayed until September.

Indictment of Epoch Times CFO on Money Laundering Charges

Chief Financial Officer of far-right Epoch Times indicted on charges of money laundering scheme involving $67 million, not related to newsgathering activities. Epoch Times known for conspiratorial articles, opposition to Chinese Communist Party, and socially conservative values.

Commute of Ross Ulbricht's Sentence by Donald Trump

Former President Donald Trump promised to commute the sentence of Ross Ulbricht, founder of Silk Road, during a speech at the Libertarian Party's National Convention. Ulbricht was sentenced to life in prison for drug trafficking and money laundering in 2015. Trump's promise has been seen as government overreach by Libertarians.

Release of Guatemalan Journalist Jose Ruben Zamora

Guatemalan journalist Jose Ruben Zamora, founder of El Periodico newspaper, was released from jail after nearly two years on money laundering charges. His conviction was overturned, and a new trial was ordered. Press freedom groups criticized his prosecution as politically motivated.

Flight attendants arrested for smuggling drug money

Four flight attendants have been arrested for smuggling millions of dollars worth of drug money from New York City to the Caribbean by abusing their positions as airline employees and exploiting airport security checkpoints.

Environmental Organized Crime and Money Laundering in the U.S.

Environmental organized crime is a massive global enterprise, generating up to $281 billion annually, with the U.S. financial system aiding in concealing profits. Weaknesses in anti-money-laundering infrastructure enable money laundering in illegal industries like poaching, illegal logging, and illegal gold mining.

Environmental Organized Crime and Money Laundering in the U.S.

Environmental organized crime is a massive global enterprise, with Interpol estimating that it generates up to $281 billion a year. The U.S. financial system appears to be facilitating money laundering and concealing the profits of these illicit activities, creating a significant loophole for criminal actors.

Indictment of Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife on bribery charges

Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife have been indicted on bribery and money laundering charges for allegedly accepting bribes from an Azerbaijan-based energy company and a bank in Mexico City between 2014 and 2021 to advance the former Soviet republic's interests in the U.S. Cuellar's fellow Democrat Rep. Dean Phillips called on him to resign, citing low trust in government.

Indictment of Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife on bribery and money laundering charges

Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife have been indicted on charges of bribery and money laundering related to their ties with a bank in Mexico and an oil and gas company controlled by Azerbaijan. They deny any wrongdoing and plan to seek re-election despite the charges.

Indictment of U.S. Representative Henry Cuellar and His Wife on Bribery Charges

U.S. Representative Henry Cuellar and his wife have been indicted on charges of accepting bribes from an energy company in Azerbaijan. The couple allegedly laundered nearly $600,000 through sham consulting contracts. Cuellar denies the allegations and continues to seek re-election.

Allegations of Money Laundering Against Lebanon's Prime Minister

French anti-corruption groups file a complaint against Lebanon's prime minister Najib Mikati for alleged money laundering, questioning the origin of funds transited through the French banking system. Mikati denies the allegations and defends his family's integrity and transparency in business dealings.

Money Laundering Scandal in Singapore

Singapore sentences first person in money-laundering scandal to 13-month imprisonment after seizing $4.44 million in assets. Suspect was involved in operating illegal offshore gambling service for Chinese clients.

Persecution of Christians in Nicaragua

The communist regime in Nicaragua convicted 11 pastors associated with the Evangelical Mountain Gateway ministry on dubious money laundering charges, sentencing them to between 12 and 15 years in prison. The pastors were fined $80 million each, and their lawyers were also sentenced to prison. The regime's repression of Christians aligns with Christian holidays, including Holy Week. The regime has a history of violent repression against Christians, shutting down nonprofits and NGOs since 2018.

Plea Deal Offered to Former Democratic California Congressman T.J. Cox Over Wire Fraud and Money Laundering Charges

Former Democratic California Congressman T.J. Cox has been offered a plea deal over wire fraud, money laundering, and other federal charges stemming from 2022. The plea deal was noted in court documents filed Wednesday, with Cox facing a combined 28 charges. The hearing for Cox was postponed to May 22 due to the extensive amount of digital records and evidence to review. Cox surrendered to FBI agents in August 2022 and was charged with various counts related to fraud and money laundering.

Legal Troubles of Jair Renan Bolsonaro and Family in Brazil

Prosecutors in Brazil are pursuing charges of money laundering and fraud against Jair Renan Bolsonaro, the youngest son of former President Jair Bolsonaro. The younger Bolsonaro is accused of artificially inflating his company's revenue, securing fraudulent bank loans, and fabricating business transactions with non-existent entities.

Brazilian Prosecutors Charge Jair Renan Bolsonaro with Money Laundering and Falsifying Documents

Brazilian prosecutors have charged Jair Renan Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, with crimes including money laundering and falsifying documents for a bank loan. The charges come after the ex-president was accused of fraud on his vaccination records.

Alleged Money Laundering Operation by U.S. Federal Agents in Mexico

Two U.S. federal agents allegedly ran a sophisticated money laundering operation in Mexico City's airport between 2010 and 2019, laundering millions for Colombian and Mexican drug cartels while working for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The agents, Thomas LaPak and Kenny Popovits, have not faced prosecution and are reportedly still employed by the U.S. government.

Fentanyl Trade and Chinese Involvement

Peter Schweizer claims that the fentanyl trade poisoning Americans is primarily a Chinese operation, with Chinese nationals involved at every level of the supply chain, including providing precursors, pill presses, and money laundering services for Mexican cartels. Schweizer also suggests that politicians, including President Joe Biden, are turning a blind eye to this issue due to financial ties to China and individuals in the drug trade.

Rep. Adam Schiff's Financial Connections and Silence on Fentanyl Crisis

Rep. Adam Schiff has financial connections to individuals involved with criminal networks in Southern California tied to money laundering and the drug trade. Despite representing a district heavily impacted by the fentanyl crisis, Schiff has been notably silent on the issue. His ties to donors and lack of action have raised questions about his priorities and potential conflicts of interest.