Manafort advised Reagan on Spain ties in 1980s
Newly unearthed documents reveal Paul Manafort's role in advising Ronald Reagan on strengthening US-Spanish relations during the 1980s, long before his controversial tenure with Donald Trump.
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Gambling industry lobbies against tax hikes
The UK gambling sector is intensifying lobbying efforts to persuade ministers against raising taxes, deploying high-profile figures and strategic campaigns to sway Treasury decisions.
Tory and Lib Dem peers accused in 'cash for access' scandal
Conservative and Liberal Democrat peers face accusations of offering paid access to ministers, sparking outrage over lobbying ethics.
YouTube fights Australia’s under-16 social media ban
Google is lobbying Australian officials to exclude YouTube from a proposed social media ban for users under 16, arguing it serves educational and creative purposes.
AOC's Met Gala Dress Sparks Ethics Investigation
US Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's Met Gala dress with 'Tax the Rich' slogan has raised eyebrows, prompting an ethics investigation into potential lobbying violations.
Lobbying breaches unpunished as critics push for stronger oversight
Critics demand tougher regulations as lobbying breaches continue without sanctions, raising concerns over transparency and accountability in federal governance.
Tory peer apologises for lobbying scandal
Conservative peer Ian Duncan has issued an apology after arranging a ministerial meeting for a firm he advises, sparking accusations of improper lobbying.
Labour accuses govt of gagging charities via Ofcom
Shadow Science Secretary Peter Kyle accuses the government of silencing charities through Ofcom's new regulations, sparking outrage among advocacy groups.
Plastic industry's secret takeover of UN treaty talks
Leaked documents reveal how fossil fuel lobbyists outnumbered delegates at critical UN plastic pollution negotiations, watering down potential bans on harmful polymers.
McCluskey's private jet flights funded by builder
Former Unite boss Len McCluskey allegedly accepted luxury private jet flights arranged by a construction company, raising serious questions about transparency and influence.
Palace denies Queen lobbied over MPs' tax breaks
Buckingham Palace has firmly rejected allegations that Queen Elizabeth II privately lobbied government ministers to secure tax exemptions for MPs, calling the claims 'categorically untrue'.
Liam Fox accused of lobbying for Afghan contractor
Former Defence Secretary Liam Fox faces scrutiny over alleged lobbying for an Afghan security firm linked to his associate. The Ministry of Defence confirms an investigation is underway.
Govt faces backlash over Elon Musk housing talks
Ministers under fire for consulting billionaire Elon Musk on UK housing strategy, sparking concerns over transparency and influence.
Trump urges CEOs to back him, claims DOJ is weaponised
Donald Trump has reportedly urged top US CEOs to support his campaign, alleging that President Biden's Justice Department is weaponised against corporate leaders. The claims come amid ongoing legal battles involving Trump and his allies.
Trump Adviser Investigated for Illegal Lobbying in Vermont
Former President Donald Trump's legal adviser, Pam Bondi, is under investigation for potential illegal lobbying activities in Concord, Vermont, raising questions about the influence of Trump's inner circle.
UK govt accused of pressuring nature groups over planning bill
Environmental organisations claim they are being pressured by ministers to withdraw opposition to a new planning bill that critics say will weaken protections for wildlife and green spaces.
Ex-minister accused of breaching transparency rules
A former UK Middle East minister is under fire for reportedly failing to disclose advisory work for Bahrain, raising concerns over transparency and potential conflicts of interest.
Pam Bondi axed from DOJ over ethics row
Pam Bondi, ex-Florida Attorney General, was dismissed from a Justice Department role following backlash over alleged ethical violations tied to her past lobbying work.
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