Money Laundering
20 Articles
The Overlooked Intersection of Social Media and Kleptocracy
It is remarkable that even individuals sanctioned by the United States are not explicitly prohibited from using platforms like Twitter and Facebook to speak directly to international…
Global Kleptocracy as an American Problem
Putting an end to the spread of corruption from kleptocratic autocracies into the United States will be one of the most significant challenges for the incoming administration.
Sudan’s Push for Removal from U.S. Terror List: Not a Panacea
There are ways to achieve the goals Sudan’s pro-democracy forces have set for their country, but it will require multiple, methodical steps by both Sudan and the United States.
Congress Wakes Up, Finally Decides to Tackle Kleptocracy
A brief overview of some of the bills in question, including the most important piece of anti-kleptocracy legislation the U.S. has ever seen,
Can Trump Organization Executives Be Prosecuted for Money Laundering?
"Michael Cohen has painted a target on Trump Organization executives in court and Congress. If prosecutors and grand jurors accept the evidence presented in Cohen’s SDNY sentencing…
U.S. Should Condition Saudi Membership in Elite Financial Club on Progress Prosecuting Terrorists and Observing the Rule of Law
"Until such time as Saudi Arabia has demonstrated a serious commitment to investigating all financing of terrorists and a genuine commitment to the rule of law– whether internal…
What Took So Long: The Non-Indictment of Paul Manafort Over The Years
Last week, we learned that Paul Manafort, President Donald Trump’s campaign chairman, is under indictment for laundering millions of dollars worth of income to hide it from the…
Following the Money: Russia, Cyprus, and the Trump Team’s Odd Business Dealings
While names like Carter Page, Roger Stone and Michael Flynn dominate headlines amidst allegations of possible collusion with Russia, there’s another angle to Donald Trump’s…