The Latest Breaking News from Corruption

Ukraine’s defence shake-up exposes rift in Zelensky’s inner circle

For the second time in a year, there have been public protests in Ukraine in response to a decision by the country’s president, Volodymyr Zelensky.

The Conversation · Jul 17

Rule of Law in Hungary shows ‘radical change’ under Magyar, EU says

The latest European Commission report highlights “intense reform efforts” by Budapest's new government. The decision to join the European Public Prosecutor’s Office is seen as a key step in the fight against corruption.

Euronews · Jul 17

Peter Schiff Leads Chorus of Critics Calling Trump Media's Paid Market Feed a 'Grift' as Senate Democrats Warn of 'Flagrant Corruption'

Economist Peter Schiff led criticism of Trump Media & Technology Group’s (NASDAQ:DJT) planned Truth API, accusing President Donald Trump’s company of selling faster access to market-moving statements.

Benzinga · Jul 17

Beijing asks Thailand to extradite Chinese journalist

BEIJING - China has asked Thailand to promptly extradite a Chinese journalist ​who rights groups say could face political persecution ‌and torture back home because of his investigations into corruption in China.

Bangkok Post · Jul 16

UCC should unite society, not create bitterness: Congress leader Digvijaya Singh

Senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh discussed the Uniform Civil Code's implementation. He stated the Animal Husbandry Department controversy proved corruption had occurred. Singh supported his padyatra and urged public participation against donation theft. He also commented on the Ram Mandir donation dispute and SIT probe. The SIT must record statements…

The Economic Times · Jul 16

Ukrainians hold rare wartime protest over defence minister’s dismissal

For the first time since last summer’s protests in support of their country's anti‑corruption watchdogs, Ukrainians have mobilised online over the dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. A wave of social media posts quickly turned into calls to gather across Ukrainian cities on Thursday.

Euronews · Jul 16

Spanish PM’s brother banned from public office after misconduct trial

Conviction over hiring by socialist-led council is one of a series of corruption claims facing Pedro Sánchez’s family

The Guardian - UK · Jul 14

U.S. Prosecutors Allege El Mayo Zambada Built a Cartel Empire by Bribing Police, Military and Politicians Across Mexico

Federal prosecutors in New York have made one of the most sweeping corruption allegations ever filed against the leadership of the Sinaloa Cartel, accusing Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada of overseeing a criminal organization that allegedly paid millions of dollars in bribes "at all levels of the Mexican government" to protect…

Latin Times · Jul 14

China expels Politburo member Ma Xingrui in Xi’s anti-corruption campaign

A senior official has been expelled from China's ruling Communist Party, state media said Tuesday, as part of leader Xi Jinping's anti-corruption campaign

The Independent UK · Jul 14

Pete Buttigieg Lists Congressional Stock Trading, First Family Crypto Schemes, Second Jumbo Jet, Calls It a 'Carnival of Corruption'

Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg accused President Donald Trump and lawmakers in Washington of contributing to a political system he said is driven by corruption, special interests and decisions that hurt everyday Americans.

Benzinga · Jul 14