Apr 01, 2021
Five ways Biden could crack down on dirty money and financial secrecy
Riding a wave of anti-money laundering momentum, will the U.S. president from Delaware deliver on his pledges to tackle tax havens and make the wealthy pay more?
Donald Trump
Mar 10, 2021
US sanctions mining magnate accused of corruption in the Congo, reversing Trump-era move
Dan Gertler was first frozen out of the U.S. financial system in 2017 after Paradise Papers exposed how he helped secure lucrative mining rights for commodities giant Glencore.
Jan 19, 2021
China’s actions in Xinjiang ‘constitute genocide,’ US says
In a final move by the Trump administration, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo calls on China to abolish its system of internment camps, forced labor and population control measures against Uighurs.
Dec 17, 2020
Here’s what is changing after the FinCEN Files shook the world of banking
After ICIJ and BuzzFeed News published a joint investigation, officials across the globe began to take action to thwart criminals and illicit financial activity.
Dec 11, 2020
Advocates celebrate major US anti-money laundering victory
The long-sought reforms, effectively ending anonymous shell companies, were included in an annual defense spending bill approved by both houses of Congress with veto-proof margins.
Dec 04, 2020
US poised to overhaul the country’s anti-money laundering legislation
Congress has released the National Defense Authorization Act, which includes reforms that would effectively end fully anonymous shell companies.
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Nov 02, 2020
Goldman Sachs 1MDB settlement: a meaningful punishment for major financial crimes?
While the deal bears hallmarks of prosecutorial timidity, the indictment against two banking executives makes the case unusual, experts say.
Jul 09, 2020
US sanctions architects of China’s internment camps
Zhu Hailun - one of four officials to be sanctioned - was revealed in the China Cables investigation as the signatory to the sweeping extra-judicial internment and indoctrination plans.
Jun 23, 2020
Trump signs Uighur sanctions bill amid Bolton claims, provoking China fury
US President Donald Trump authorized sanctions against China over the mass detention of Uighurs — on the same day a former adviser claimed the president cheered the detention camps.
Aug 14, 2019
Use of Solitary Confinement ‘On The Rise’ in US Immigration Facilities
In the first 15 months of the Trump administration, U.S. immigration authorities locked thousands of detainees in solitary confinement cells, some for months at a time.
Feb 28, 2019
Amy Klobuchar’s Implant Industry Support Complicates Her Pro-Consumer Reputation
The U.S. presidential hopeful has championed legislation that critics say could put medical device patients at risk.
May 21, 2018
Michael Cohen scandal a reminder that the U.S. is a tax secrecy paradise
Recent disclosures that President Donald Trump’s personal attorney used a shell company to receive huge payments highlight the country's position as a global enabler of corporate secrecy.
Feb 27, 2018
Will US tax agency nominee help rein in offshore holdings?
Donald Trump’s pick to lead the IRS has plenty of offshore experience, but critics question whether his allegiances lie with the tax agency or those seeking to dodge its reach.
Feb 05, 2018
The U.S. list of wealthy Russians and our offshore investigations
The U.S. released its controversial (and unoriginal) public list of Russian oligarchs. We’ve seen many of them before – offshore.
Jan 22, 2018
Apple claims to be a good corporate citizen, but is it really?
We take a closer look at Apple's decision to bring back hundreds of billions of dollars in offshore cash claiming a "responsibility to give back" to the United States.
Dec 27, 2017
The Long Twilight Struggle Against Offshore Secrecy
A new mass data leak, this time from an elite law firm with elite clients, shows how deeply offshoring is embedded in the global financial system.
Dec 23, 2017
Questions remain over Ross' disclosure as he confirms divestment
The U.S. Commerce Secretary has sold his stake in a shipping firm with Russian ties, but did he disclose enough information prior to his appointment?
Nov 22, 2017
Blackstone Group's 'Fairly Aggressive' Tactics To Slash Its Tax Bill
Stephen Schwarzman, an advisor to U.S. President Donald Trump, is CEO of Blackstone Group, which uses "fairly aggressive" tactics to slash its tax bill. Here we publish the documents that detail these maneuvers.
Nov 16, 2017
GAO Investigation Requested for Ross
The U.S. Congress’ primary ethics watchdog, the GAO has been asked to investigate whether Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross’ offshore investments could have created conflicts of interest.
Nov 13, 2017
Watch: Vice News - Paradise Papers Investigation
Vice came behind the scenes with ICIJ from day-one of the Paradise Papers investigation.
Nov 08, 2017
Congress Members Call For Action In US
Bernie Sanders called yesterday for the U.S. Senate to investigate offshore tax evasion, adding to the growing voices in Congress pushing for action.
Nov 07, 2017
Inside the Secret World of Offshore Mega-Trusts
Records reveal huge overseas hoards tied to hedge fund tycoon and Democratic donor James Simons and other ultra-wealthy individuals.
Nov 06, 2017
Ross May Give Up Stake in Firm with Russia Ties
The U.S. Commerce Secretary said he would “probably not” keep his stake in a shipping company that does business with Putin's allies, as Democrats call for an investigation.
Nov 05, 2017
Offshore Trove Exposes Piggy Banks of the Wealthiest
A new leak of confidential records reveals the financial hideaways of iconic brands and power brokers across the political spectrum.
Nov 05, 2017
The Influencers: Trump's Allies in the Paradise Papers
Trump told voters he would put "America First." But surrounding him are associates who have used tax havens to conduct business.
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