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Trump's stunningly unqualified' diplomatic team shapes up at breakneck speed

Trump's ambassadorial nominees lack traditional diplomatic backgrounds, sparking concerns and criticism. This reflects a shift in US diplomatic appointments favoring personal connections over credentials.

Trump Gave Them a Second Chance. They Could Not Stay Out of Trouble.

Adriana Camberos leveraged family ties and legal connections to seek clemency from President Trump while emphasizing her innocence in a counterfeit scheme.

Trump's stunningly unqualified' diplomatic team shapes up at breakneck speed

Trump's ambassadorial nominees lack traditional diplomatic backgrounds, sparking concerns and criticism. This reflects a shift in US diplomatic appointments favoring personal connections over credentials.

Trump Gave Them a Second Chance. They Could Not Stay Out of Trouble.

Adriana Camberos leveraged family ties and legal connections to seek clemency from President Trump while emphasizing her innocence in a counterfeit scheme.
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Feds search offices of NYPD's School Safety Division in bribery investigation

Federal investigation into NYPD School Safety Division linked to potential bribery surrounding SaferWatch's panic button sales.
Philip Banks' influence may have expedited the sales of panic buttons to NYC schools.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams's indictment comes after years of connections to Turkey

Eric Adams has a longstanding and unique relationship with Turkey, marked by numerous visits and cultural connections.

Wall of conspiratorial rage must not hide the beauty of Arsenal's defending | Barney Ronay

Michael Oliver's controversial referee appointment raises questions about officiating integrity amid political connections to the UAE.

Oakland extends City Hall security contract with company named in FBI investigation

Mayor Sheng Thao chose not to break a tie on a controversial security contract tied to an ongoing FBI investigation, allowing it to fail.

EXCLUSIVE: Alleged Chinese Spy Spent Years Rubbing Elbows With Dem Congresswoman

Lu Jianwang's ties to Democratic lawmakers raise concerns about foreign influence and national security.

Man vs. Trees: How a Rancher's Bulldozing Project Cost Utah Taxpayers

A wealthy executive leveraged state funding to create a luxury hunting retreat, benefiting from questionable scientific claims and political connections.

NYC school chancellor's brother bragged about political connections - but scrubbed his website after FBI raid of Adams' aides

Terence Banks' confidence in his political connections was shattered by a federal raid and subsequent removal of his company's online presence.

Trump due in Woodside on Friday

Trump's upcoming fundraiser shows unexpected ties between Republican fundraising and connections to Democratic leadership.

Report of Trump Flight With Heritage's Kevin Roberts Renews Project 2025 Debate

Former President Trump had a conversation with Heritage Foundation president about Project 2025 despite trying to distance himself from it.

PPP loans earned a Miami lender $680 million. Now it's being sued by the Federal Reserve

A prominent Miami lender, Benworth Capital, faces legal action from the Federal Reserve Bank due to PPP loan discrepancies.

He's Running for Senate With an Immigrant's Origin Story. Here's the Rest.

Immigrant Senate candidate Bernie Moreno tells an inspiring rags-to-riches American dream story but hides his affluent background from Colombia.

A Third Tie between Trump World and Alexander Smirnov - emptywheel

Smirnov has controversial ties including potential involvement in illegal activities and connections to Russian spies and oligarchs.
Investigations involving Smirnov, Rudy Giuliani, and Donald Trump raise questions about political connections and motives.

Embattled San Jose recycling hauler supported Liccardo's interests - San Jose Spotlight

The web of influence in San Jose's recycling company scandal involves former mayor/current congressional candidate.

These 1,941 historic Ted Cruz emails show how Washington works

Public records like emails provide valuable insights into government officials' work and professional relationships.
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