Friday, May 15, 2026

Tag: tax evasion

The elites’ tax evasion: Unveiling the global decline in fair taxation

The wealthiest 1 percent in the globe's most influential economies have seen their tax obligations dramatically reduced.

Justice Thomas may also be dodging tax bill with failure to...

A report suggests that these gifts, if considered supplemental income, may have significant tax implications, potentially putting Justice Thomas at risk of tax fraud conviction.

Dems blast House GOP for bill adding $114 billion to deficit...

"Once again," said Congressional Progressive Caucus Chair Pramila Jayapal, Republicans are "putting politics over poor and working people."

Tax evasion and the 1%

“The richest 1% of U.S. households don’t report 21% of their income.”

Trump companies accused of tax evasion in Panama

In the latest chapter in ongoing litigation, the private equity fund that bought what used to be called the Trump Ocean Club claims the Trump entities pocketed money that should have gone to the Panamanian government.

After budget cuts, the IRS’ work against tax cheats is facing...

Audits and criminal referrals are down sharply since Congress cut the tax agency’s budget and management changed priorities.

The Tax Debate Is Over, and Progressives Won

This is not some quirk. This is the latest example of progressive taxation outperforming conservative taxation.

Gimme Shelter (From the Tax Man)

A tale of disappearing money and opportunistic candidates.

Moneyed Elites Get Richer the Old-Fashioned Way: Stealing

Financial and political elites have been rigging the system for the enrichment of the few and the impoverishment of the many. Don't be fooled, these thieves are stealing from all of us.

Corrupt Congressman Resigns in Disgrace

U.S. Congressman Michael Grimm is resigning before Congress convenes for the new year after pleading guilty to a felony tax evasion charge and after admitting to lying under oath.

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House progressives demand answers over alleged abuse in US-Ecuador military operation

Lawmakers are demanding the Pentagon explain the legal basis for joint US-Ecuador operations after reports alleged civilian sites were bombed and detainees were tortured.

From ICE to Iran, veterans are challenging US militarism

Antiwar veterans are leveraging their unique credibility to oppose the war in Iran, stop ICE and support active duty resisters.

Amazon deforestation falls to eight-year low as scientists warn gains remain fragile

Researchers credit stronger enforcement and environmental protections in Brazil while warning that fires, illegal logging, and political threats continue to endanger the rainforest.

Nearly all plant-based meat alternatives Contain mycotoxins

The researchers found that 100 percent of the plant-based meat substitutes contained at least one of 19 different types of mycotoxins, often showing high "co-occurrence" (multiple toxins in a single product).