Showing posts with label CORRUPTION. Show all posts
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Friday, July 24, 2026

Black Lives Matter: The Untold Story of Corruption and Controversy

 

Black Lives Matter: The Untold Story of Corruption and Controversy



FORGOTTEN HISTORY

Apr 24, 2025

Black Lives Matter (BLM) was one of the most influential movements of the 21st century, but behind the slogans and protests lies a deeper, more controversial story. From its origins in 2013 to its rise in 2020 and the shocking revelations of misused funds, this episode dives into the real history of BLM that the media won’t tell you. 

Who founded BLM and why? 
What was its real impact on communities? 
How did it amass millions in donations—and where did the money go? 
Why did key leaders step down, and what does the future hold for the movement? 
Join us as we uncover the hard facts behind one of the most debated organizations in modern history. Written and hosted by Colin D. Heaton. Forgotten History is a 10th Legion Pictures Production.


Friday, July 10, 2026

Crack, Cocaine, Corruption and Conspiracy



 

Crack, Cocaine, Corruption and Conspiracy

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The War on Drugs was a U.S. government campaign launched in 1971 by President Richard Nixon. It aimed to reduce drug use through aggressive law enforcement, mandatory sentencing, and increased funding for interdiction efforts. Despite costing taxpayers over $1 trillion in federal, state, and local spending over five decades, drug use rates remained stable while incarceration rates soared. This massive investment without a corresponding public health return highlights the campaign’s fundamental policy failures.

Thursday, May 28, 2026

Cherfilus-McCormick, who resigned from Congress under cloud, says she’s running to regain seat




Former U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, outside a gathering of a group of Broward Democratic clubs at Flamingo Park in Sunrise on Monday, May 11, 2026. Cherfilus-McCormick, who resigned in April, said she is running in this year's election to return to Congress. (Anthony Man/South Florida Sun Sentinel)


By Anthony Man | aman@sunsentinel.com | South Florida Sun Sentinel

PUBLISHED: May 11, 2026 at 8:59 PM EDT | UPDATED: May 11, 2026 at 9:36 PM EDT


Less than a month after she resigned from Congress in the face of a looming expulsion recommendation, former U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick said Monday she is a candidate to return to Washington.

Cherfilus-McCormick said she is seeking the Democratic nomination in the reconfigured 20th Congressional District, which is concentrated in central Broward County, after Florida Republicans changed the map of Florida congressional districts.

She said she isn’t deterred by four other candidates who are already running — or by the prospect that U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz might decide to run in the same district. Wasserman Schultz’s Broward district was blown up by the new Republican reconfiguration of the congressional map.

“The strongest candidate in the race is me,” Cherfilus-McCormick said. “I never said I wasn’t running.”

The former congresswoman made it clear she doesn’t care for Wasserman Schultz, the senior Democratic member of Florida’s congressional delegation. When she was first elected, in a 2022 special election to fill the vacancy left by the late U.S. Rep. Alcee Hastings, Cherfilus-McCormick said Wasserman Schultz was dismissive when she arrived in Washington.

“One of the first things that ever happened when I came into Congress, she told me I wouldn’t be in Congress for more than 5 minutes, and here we are, five years still fighting. So I wish everyone well, but what I know is that in our district we’ll be fighting and we’ll make sure that the Black voice, as well as everybody’s voice is not diluted, and that’s what this is about, to make sure that everyone’s voice is being heard.”

Cherfilus-McCormick made her comments in response to reporters’ questions just before a gathering of members from about 20 Broward Democratic clubs, organized by Barbara Effman, president of the West Broward Democratic Club. Effman is a longtime Wasserman Schultz supporter.

Wasserman was the evening’s major speaker and arrived at the event as reporters were talking to Cherfilus-McCormick. The two didn’t cross paths.

Wednesday, May 06, 2026

Panama Papers: 10 years on, the promises and the failures


The Panama Papers exposed the systems and mechanisms that enable corruption worldwide. A decade later, Transparency International assesses what has changed and what hasn't



Panama Papers, 10 years on. Image: Transparency International
02 April 2026


Summary

  • The Panama Papers exposed how hidden company ownership and corporate service providers helped move and conceal wealth linked to corruption and crime.
  • A decade on, some progress has been made: more countries now require beneficial ownership registers, anti-money laundering rules have tightened, and Mossack Fonseca shut down.
  • Major loopholes still remain and the core system has survived: corruption still thrives through a parallel financial world built to keep dirty money safe.
  • Transparency International is pushing for accessible ownership data, tougher enforcement, stronger regulation and supervision of gatekeeper professions, better asset recovery and real cross-border cooperation.

In 2016, the Panama Papers pulled back the curtain on a financial system designed to operate in secrecy. The International Consortium of Investigative Journalists, working with Süddeutsche Zeitung and more than 100 media partners, analysed a cache of 11.5 million leaked documents from the Panamanian law firm Mossack Fonseca. The investigation revealed how anonymous shell companies and offshore accounts were used to conceal wealth, obscure ownership and, in many cases, facilitate corruption and crime.

The level of global exposure, the vast sums moved through the system and its sheer geographic reach were unprecedented – and the first consequences followed swiftly.

Icelandic prime minister Sigmundur Davíð Gunnlaugsson resigned within days of being linked to an offshore company. Pakistan’s prime minister Nawaz Sharif was later disqualified from office following investigations triggered by the leak. Vast hidden financial networks were uncovered, reportedly connected to associates of Russian president Vladimir Putin, while figures close to power in China, Ukraine and across Latin America were also named.

What shocked the world was not only who was named and involved, but how routine it all appeared. Anonymous shell companies, nominee directors and complex offshore structures were not fringe tools – they were standard practice in a parallel financial system operating with minimal scrutiny.

Friday, April 24, 2026

The Minnesota Files: Unpacking the Bombshell Allegations of Medicaid Fraud and Political Power

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Tháng Tư 23, 2026



In the rapidly evolving landscape of 21st-century media, the traditional gatekeepers of information are increasingly finding themselves challenged by an agile, technologically savvy force: the citizen journalist. Among this new vanguard of independent investigators stands Nick Shirley. His recent podcast revelation regarding the alleged misappropriation of billions in Medicaid funds in Minnesota has sent shockwaves through the political establishment, signaling a potential turning point in how constituents view the relationship between federal funding and local oversight.

According to Shirley, what began as a routine investigation into financial irregularities has morphed into a sprawling, high-stakes exposure. At the center of his allegations are two of Minnesota’s most prominent political figures: Senator Amy Klobuchar and Congresswoman Ilhan Omar. Shirley’s claims, characterized by their specificity and boldness, paint a picture of a calculated scheme, a “scam” that he asserts the perpetrators believed would remain forever buried beneath the bureaucratic layers of government.

This article explores the gravity of these allegations, the mechanism of the reported fraud, and the broader implications of Shirley’s findings for the current political climate.

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Reps. Pramila Jayapal, et al Introduce Resolution Recognizing Transgender Day of Visibility




Reps. Pramila Jayapal, Sara Jacobs, Mark Takano, and Sen. Schatz Introduce Resolution Recognizing Transgender Day of Visibility

03.31.2026 | News

Washington, D.C. — Reps. Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Sara Jacobs (CA-51), and Mark Takano (CA-39), and Sen. Brian Schatz (D-HI) introduced legislation to commemorate Transgender Day of Visibility on March 31st, recognize the many achievements and progress made by people in the transgender and gender non-conforming communities, and affirm their human rights.

Rep. Pramila Jayapal, Co-Chair of the Transgender Equality Task Force, said: “On Trans Day of Visibility, first and foremost, I stand with our trans loved ones. As Trump and Republicans continue their cruel and baseless attacks on the trans community, we must support our trans neighbors and work to protect their right to safety, respect, visibility, and equality under the law. Trans rights are human rights, and we must continue working to ensure that every person can live authentically as themselves. To trans people across this country: I see you, I hear you, and I will never stop fighting for you.”

Rep. Sara Jacobs, Co-Chair of the Transgender Equality Task Force, said: “Under an administration that constantly tries to make transgender and gender non-conforming people feel invisible, I am proud to celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility. We cannot and will not let their hateful attacks steal our joy. To my trans friends and family, today is a day to celebrate being out, loud, and proud. And I will not stop until everyone can live freely and without fear of expressing their true selves.”

“As the transgender community continues to face attempts by the Trump Administration and Republicans in Congress to erase their voices, their contributions, and their existence, I am proud to work with Congresswomen Sara Jacobs and Pramila Jayapal and Senator Brian Schatz in showing the trans community that we stand with them in the fight against erasure and censorship by anti-equality extremists,” said Rep. Mark Takano, Chair of the Congressional Equality Caucus. “Transgender Day of Visibility celebrates visibility and is also an opportunity to inspire others as we work towards a United States where people of all gender identities are free to live openly and authentically. The full weight of the Congressional Equality Caucus stands behind the trans community, today and every day.”

“Trans people should be able to live freely, safely, and openly – just like everyone else. Instead, they continue to face discrimination and violence, both here at home and around the world,” said Senator Schatz. “International Transgender Day of Visibility is a chance to celebrate the trans community’s achievements and courage and renew our commitment to fighting for acceptance and equality.”

“Recognizing Trans Day of Visibility is about more than visibility—it’s about affirming that trans people belong,” said Caius Willingham, Senior Policy Analyst at Advocates for Trans Equality. “Thanks to the leadership of Congresswoman Jacobs, Senator Schatz, and Representatives Jayapal and Takano, this resolution makes clear that even in the face of growing attacks, our communities will continue to be seen, heard, and protected.”



Sunday, March 01, 2026

Most Corrupt Series | Ilhan Omar | Fleeing Corruption, Then Preaching to America

From war-torn beginnings to the halls of U.S. power, Ilhan Omar’s story is one of ambition, conflict, and controversy. Her rise inspired millions—and ignited fierce national debate. 

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

LIVE: U.S. House committee holds hearing on Minnesota fraud crisis

  

LIVE: U.S. House committee holds hearing on Minnesota fraud crisis



Alpha News

The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance holds a hearing on how fraud schemes have exploited multiple federally funded programs in Minnesota.