Government's Secret Influencer Strategy Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals Cabinet Office documents detailing covert strategy to recruit social media influencers for government messaging ahead of elections
Category : Lobbying
Trump considers FIFA role in football governance shock
Exclusive: Donald Trump considers joining FIFA leadership while hosting controversial tournament with New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, raising eyebrows across global football.
Ex-Lord Speaker faces suspension over lobbying scandal
Baroness D'Souza accused of improper lobbying after contacting Met Police Commissioner about speeding tickets in potential breach of parliamentary rules.
UK Government Blocked China Sanctions After MP Cyber-Attacks
Former Labour minister Dan Jarvis reveals government resistance to sanctioning Chinese officials responsible for cyber-attacks targeting British parliamentarians, raising national security concerns.
Senator Barred from Parliament Sports Club in Lobbying Row
An exclusive investigation reveals how Senator David Pocock's ban from Parliament House's sports facility exposes deep concerns about political access and influence-peddling in Australian politics.
Hunter Biden's Secret Burisma Lobbying Exposed
Groundbreaking investigation exposes how Hunter Biden leveraged political connections to protect Ukrainian energy giant Burisma from international pressure, raising serious questions about influence peddling.
Google silent on Trump lobbying for YouTube in Australia ban
Tech giant Google refuses to disclose whether it's lobbying the Trump administration about YouTube's potential inclusion in Australia's proposed social media ban for under-16s, raising transparency concerns.
UK Scraps Ministerial Jobs Watchdog ACOBA
The UK government has abolished ACOBA, the watchdog regulating post-ministerial jobs, in a sweeping ethics reform that raises concerns about transparency and the 'revolving door' between politics and business.
Blair and Clegg hosted tech dinner with minister access
Former PM Tony Blair and ex-deputy PM Nick Clegg hosted an intimate dinner giving tech executives direct access to Science Secretary Peter Kyle, raising questions about transparency in government-tech relations.
Andy Burnham under fire over 25 free tickets and hospitality gifts
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham faces mounting pressure after declaring 25 free tickets and hospitality gifts worth thousands, raising serious questions about transparency and influence in British politics.
Cabinet Office chief investigated over Microsoft role
The government's ethics watchdog is investigating Cabinet Office chief Simon Case after he sought approval to join Microsoft while still serving in Whitehall, raising serious questions about the revolving door between public service and big tech.
Fox News host took Qatari payments without disclosure
Fox News presenter Pete Hegseth faces scrutiny after failing to disclose payments from a Qatari-funded think tank while commenting on Middle Eastern affairs and Pentagon policy.
Michelle Mone's PPE firm in High Court asset freeze
Baroness Michelle Mone faces legal turmoil as the High Court freezes assets linked to PPE Medpro amid allegations of undisclosed involvement in £200m government pandemic contracts.
Boris Johnson breached rules on government contacts
Former PM breached rules designed to prevent abuse of official connections for personal gain, according to ethics investigation that raises fresh questions about post-government conduct.
Pocock banned from parliamentary club over gambling ties
Former Wallabies captain David Pocock faces parliamentary ban from sports club membership after failing to declare gambling industry ties, sparking debate over political integrity.
Belgium deploys armed soldiers to patrol major cities
In a dramatic response to escalating terror threats, Belgium deploys heavily armed soldiers to protect Brussels, Antwerp, and other urban centres, marking the nation's largest security mobilisation in decades.
Ex-Microsoft president becomes Sunak's AI adviser
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak appoints former Microsoft executive Brad Smith as senior adviser on artificial intelligence, raising questions about tech giant influence in Whitehall.
Microsoft exec joins Sunak's government in shock move
Former Microsoft UK CEO Cindy Rose takes senior Cabinet Office role in Rishi Sunak's administration, signalling tech-focused government transformation
Trump's Nobel Peace Prize Bid Fails After Lobbying Blitz
Donald Trump's controversial campaign for the Nobel Peace Prize has spectacularly unravelled after aggressive lobbying efforts backfired, leaving the former US president off the final nomination list despite his supporters' relentless efforts.
Sportsbet dines with Labor minister amid lobbying concerns
Exclusive: Sportsbet executives attended a Labor fundraising dinner with government minister Stephen Jones, raising serious questions about political access for gambling interests despite mounting pressure to curb industry influence.
Katie Porter's Viral CBS Interview Exposes Political Truths
Democratic Senator Katie Porter delivers powerful critique of political system in viral CBS interview, highlighting corporate influence and calling for fundamental change in American politics.
Katie Porter's fiery CBS interview on corporate influence
California Senator Katie Porter delivers a blistering critique of corporate influence in politics during explosive CBS interview, vowing to continue her trademark whiteboard activism in Washington.
Katie Porter Slams 'Rigged' System After Senate Defeat
Progressive Democrat Katie Porter speaks out about corporate influence in politics after her Senate primary loss, vowing to continue fighting for economic justice in America.
Pam Bondi Senate Hearing: Key Revelations Exposed
Former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi faced intense Senate questioning over her controversial lobbying work for Donald Trump, revealing explosive details about political influence and ethical boundaries.
Euan Blair accused of pressuring BBC over HIGNFY episode
Former Prime Minister's son Euan Blair allegedly pressured BBC to pull episode featuring Victoria Coren Mitchell's Labour ID cards segment, sparking free speech concerns.
Pam Bondi Faces Senate Grilling Over Lobbying Scandal
Exclusive: Former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi confronted during intense Senate hearing about controversial lobbying activities and undisclosed foreign payments during Trump administration.
Trump Adviser Proposes Private Prison Funding Scheme
Corey Lewandowski suggests redirecting taxpayer money to private detention centres in explosive political proposal
Senator's aide arrested in Strand Bookstore protest
A senior aide to US Senator Ron Wyden was arrested after refusing to leave the famous Strand Bookstore in New York during a pro-Palestinian protest, sparking political controversy.
Tory Chair's hospitality from asylum property developer
Conservative Party Chair Richard Holden accepted hospitality from property developer Stephen Lusty while his company was converting properties into HMOs for asylum seekers, raising questions about political influence.
Kirk and Patel's Valhalla Club Sparks Influence Concerns
Conservative commentator Charlie Kirk and former Trump administration official Kash Patel are facing scrutiny over their exclusive 'Valhalla Club' that promises political access to donors, raising concerns about transparency and influence in US politics.
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