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.
Key Points
Bill Guan charged with conspiring to commit money laundering and bank fraud
Charges not related to Epoch Times' newsgathering activities
Epoch Times known for conspiracies and opposition to Chinese Communist Party
Significant revenue growth of Epoch Times reported
Pros
Enforcement of laws against money laundering
Protection of financial system integrity
Cons
Alleged involvement of CFO in money laundering scheme