Corruption news — August 13, 2026

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1. SocietyCivil RightsCorruptionProtestFraud

   Aug 13, 2026, 23:23 UTC

   Vance Calls for Justice Against Doctors Coercing Transgender Surgery on Children

   JD Vance, along with RFK Jr., has referred hospitals and clinics to the Justice Department following a report titled 'Wolves in White Coats'. The report alleges that doctors have been coercing children into transgender surgery for financial gain. Vance has called for these doctors to face prison time.

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2. SocietyCorruptionProtestAfrica

   Aug 13, 2026, 23:01 UTC

   DHS Spied on Anti-ICE Protests in Minnesota

   The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) allegedly spied on anti-ICE protests in Minnesota, gathering information on dozens of individuals and organizations, including churches, labor unions, and private group chats. The surveillance was part of an effort to crack down on the state's anti-ICE protests.

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3. SocietyCorruptionIndictment

   Aug 13, 2026, 23:00 UTC

   Judge Suspended in Banco Santos Case

   The National Justice Ombudsman has removed Judge Paulo Furtado de Oliveira Filho from the bankruptcy case of Banco Santos. This decision follows the revelation of an audio recording where the judge suggests to the heirs that they sell their shares in the bank to Banco Master, owned by Daniel Vorcaro.

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4. SocietyCorruptionIndictmentFraud

   Aug 13, 2026, 17:09 UTC

   Federal Court Rules Against Planned Parenthood in Major Blow

   A federal appeals court has ruled against Planned Parenthood in a case alleging Medicaid fraud, potentially exposing the organization to massive financial penalties. The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed Planned Parenthood's appeal, finding that the organization continued billing Medicaid after being banned from doing so in Texas and Louisiana. The potential damages could reach up to $1.8 billion if the plaintiffs ultimately prevail.

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5. SocietyCorruptionFraudCybercrime

   Aug 13, 2026, 16:44 UTC

   Beware of New Video Call Scam: Police Warn Against Showing Payment Codes

   Police in Binhu, Bengbu, and Baohe have recently cracked cases involving a new video call scam. Scammers trick victims into showing their WeChat or Alipay payment codes during video calls, claiming various excuses like verification or membership opening. High-definition video is then used to remotely capture and steal funds without needing the victim's phone. Police warn against displaying payment codes during video calls.

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6. SocietyCorruptionIndictmentFraud

   Aug 13, 2026, 15:51 UTC

   Ex-Ukraine Ambassador Stefaniishyna's Bail Not Paid, Colleagues Step In

   Olga Stefaniishyna, former Ukrainian Ambassador to the USA and ex-Vice Prime Minister, did not pay the required 6 million UAH bail in a case of illegal enrichment. Her former colleagues in the legal business have agreed to post the bail on her behalf while she appeals the decision. Stefaniishyna is suspected of illegal enrichment of over 13.9 million UAH, including two apartments in Kyiv's 'Fine Town' complex, a Mercedes-Benz car, and expenses for housing repairs, rent, and treatment of her mother. She maintains her innocence and has filed an appeal.

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7. PoliticsCorruptionInvestigationTrial

   Aug 13, 2026, 14:59 UTC

   Luigi Mangione Plea Deal Speculation Intensifies

   A surprise hearing scheduled for Luigi Mangione's federal case has sparked speculation that he may be negotiating a plea deal. Sources familiar with the matter have confirmed that Mangione's defense team and federal prosecutors are expected to discuss a potential plea deal during the conference. This comes less than a month before Mangione's state murder trial in New York.

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8. SocietyCorruptionDefenseWhite-collarFraud

   Aug 13, 2026, 11:10 UTC

   Three Leaders of Credit Cooperatives Detained for Defrauding Thousands

   Three leaders of consumer credit cooperatives were detained for defrauding more than 2,000 people, causing damage of over 1 billion rubles. The leaders offered people high-interest deposits, fulfilled their obligations initially, but then closed down and appropriated the money. Two of the leaders were arrested, and another is wanted.

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9. SocietyCorruptionMiddle EastHealthcareDefense

   Aug 13, 2026, 10:47 UTC

   Prosecutor Demands 9.5 Years for Sergei Petrov in 'Rolf' Embezzlement Case

   The prosecutor's office has demanded that Sergei Petrov, the founder of once the largest car dealership in Russia, 'Rolf', and a former State Duma deputy, be sentenced to nine and a half years in a general-regime colony. The case involves the withdrawal of almost 4 billion rubles from the company 'Rolf' in 2014, which was obtained from commercial activities. Petrov and his alleged accomplices are being tried in absentia as they are abroad.

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10. SocietyLocal GovCorruptionLeadership

    Aug 13, 2026, 04:41 UTC

    Prajwal Revanna's Prison Phone Use Sparks Outrage

    Former MP Prajwal Revanna, serving life imprisonment for rape and sexual assault, was caught using a mobile phone in Bengaluru prison. Congress MP Jebi Mather and Pramod Tiwari condemned the incident, suggesting political connections may have been used to facilitate the phone access. 90 pornographic videos were reportedly found on the seized phone.

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