4 chapters across the catalog
FBI Official Charles McGonigal Indicted for Russian Ties
Charles McGonigal, the former head of FBI counterintelligence in New York, has been indicted for allegedly working for sanctioned Russian oligarch Oleg Deripaska. McGonigal, who was involved in the initial investigation into Donald Trump's Russian connections, is accused of trying to get Deripaska off the sanctions list in exchange for payments.
Russian Oligarch Sanctions, Silicon Valley Connections
The Trump administration issued new sanctions against Russian billionaires, specifically targeting Oleg Deripaska and Viktor Vekselberg due to their proximity to Vladimir Putin. Vekselberg is noted for his significant investments in Silicon Valley tech companies. The sanctions are interpreted as a strategic move by the administration that indirectly impacts the California tech sector.
Paul Manafort Lobbying History and The Atlantic Profile
A profile of Paul Manafort in The Atlantic details his decades-long career as a high-stakes lobbyist for foreign interests, including Russian oligarch Oleg Deripaska and former Ukrainian leadership. The report examines Manafort's financial ties and his decision to join the Trump campaign without a salary. The discussion suggests Manafort's legal issues involve money laundering and failure to register as a foreign agent.
Associated Press Report, Paul Manafort Russian Billionaire Ties
An Associated Press investigation by Jeff Horowitz reveals that Paul Manafort worked for Russian aluminum magnate Oleg Deripaska starting in 2004. Memos suggest Manafort proposed plans to influence U.S. politics to favor Vladimir Putin's interests and undercut the Orange Revolution in Ukraine. The White House maintains that Manafort's historical business dealings have no connection to President Donald Trump.
