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Indictment news — August 13, 2026

Publications tagged with Indictment published on August 13, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

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    Complaint Filed Against Walter Ruck and Michael Ludwig for Misuse of Power

    Almost two weeks after Walter Ruck's resignation as president of the Vienna Chamber of Commerce, a complaint has been received against him and Vienna's SPÖ mayor Michael Ludwig for misuse of power. The complaint, filed by the FPÖ Vienna, is being investigated by the Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office to determine if there is a reasonable suspicion and who is responsible. The case involves allegations of favoritism and influence peddling, including Ruck's role in the 'Stelzen-Gate' scandal and his comments about the new trauma center in Meidling.
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    Army Gynecologist Pleads Not Guilty to Secretly Recording Patients

    Major Blaine McGraw, an Army gynecologist, pleaded not guilty to charges that he secretly recorded patients during medical examinations. The case involves 93 alleged victims and thousands of unauthorized photos and videos found on McGraw's devices. The prosecution identified nearly 3,000 former patients who may have been affected. McGraw's defense argues that the examinations were medically appropriate and no non-medical touching occurred. The case is set for a general court-martial.
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    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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    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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