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ProPublica Reporter’s 10-Week DraftKings Experiment Exposes Flaws in Online Gambling Safeguards
investigative-journalism13 days ago

ProPublica Reporter’s 10-Week DraftKings Experiment Exposes Flaws in Online Gambling Safeguards

ProPublica reporter Jake Pearson spent 10 weeks mimicking problem gambling behavior on DraftKings, depositing over $21,600 and losing significant sums. Despite triggering multiple red flags, the platform’s responsible gaming tools failed to intervene effectively, instead rewarding his activity with VIP status and increased deposit incentives. The investigation highlights a conflict between profit-driven design and consumer safety, prompting calls for stricter regulatory oversight.

via ProPublica|
#consumer-protection#draftkings#investigative-journalism
ProPublica Finds 500+ U.S. Citizens Detained by ICE; Collins Distances Self from Trump in Maine Debate
politics14 days ago

ProPublica Finds 500+ U.S. Citizens Detained by ICE; Collins Distances Self from Trump in Maine Debate

ProPublica reports that at least 506 U.S. citizens have been detained by immigration agents under President Trump’s mass deportation agenda, a figure likely undercounted due to reliance on social media and court records. In Maine, Senator Susan Collins actively distanced herself from the President during a Tuesday debate, rejecting claims that she votes with him 95% of the time and stating he is not her favorite senator. Meanwhile, Cook Political Report shifted several Senate races toward Democrats, including Kansas and North Carolina, signaling momentum for the opposition ahead of the midterms.

via HuffPost|
#immigration#midterm-elections#politics
Collins Faces Dual Scrutiny: Defense Contractor Donations and Bribery Allegations
politics14 days ago

Collins Faces Dual Scrutiny: Defense Contractor Donations and Bribery Allegations

Sen. Susan Collins faces intensified scrutiny as The Intercept reports a surge in donations from AM General employees following congressional funding for a vehicle the Army deemed 'excess,' while ProPublica reveals a stalled FBI bribery probe involving defense contractor Navatek. Collins denies wrongdoing, but the timing of contributions and the collapse of the corruption investigation have drawn sharp criticism from Democrats and reform advocates.

via The Intercept|
#am-general#campaign-finance#navatek
Journalists Prove How Easy It Is to Launch Private Schools in Three States
education15 days ago

Journalists Prove How Easy It Is to Launch Private Schools in Three States

ProPublica reporters successfully registered private schools in Arkansas and West Virginia with minimal effort, demonstrating that state regulations for opening such institutions are often nonexistent. The experiment, conducted in partnership with local newsrooms, highlighted how easily individuals can bypass oversight to access public funding through voucher programs. While Arkansas required only a flag and a $45 fee, West Virginia accepted a handwritten note and a college transcript. In North Carolina, the team stopped before requiring new inspections, citing ethical concerns about using public resources. The findings underscore the lack of background checks or curriculum requirements for many private and microschools funded by taxpayer money.

via ProPublica|
#education#investigative-journalism#private-schools
FBI Bribery Probe Into Collins Collapsed After Trump Purge, ProPublica Reveals
politics17 days ago

FBI Bribery Probe Into Collins Collapsed After Trump Purge, ProPublica Reveals

ProPublica revealed that the FBI had sufficient evidence in late 2024 to launch a bribery investigation into Sen. Susan Collins and defense contractor Navatek, but the probe was terminated after the Trump administration dismantled anti-corruption units. The case centers on allegations that Navatek CEO Martin Kao funneled nearly $900,000 to politicians, including Collins, to secure over $40 million in annual government contracts. While Collins’ office denies the claims as a 'smear job,' Democrats have launched a $3.4 million ad campaign linking her to the allegations and unrelated Epstein file votes, intensifying pressure in her tight 2026 re-election race against Democrat Troy Jackson.

via ProPublica|
#2026-elections#fbi-investigation#navatek
ProPublica Report Challenges Collins' Defense of FBI Corruption Probe
politics21 days ago

ProPublica Report Challenges Collins' Defense of FBI Corruption Probe

ProPublica reported that the FBI investigated allegations of bribery involving Sen. Susan Collins and defense contractor Navatek until the Trump administration dismantled the unit in 2025. Collins and her staff have denied wrongdoing, claiming the FBI cleared them years ago, but ProPublica states the investigation was active until 2025. The Portland Press Herald editorialized that Collins' complacent response is disrespectful to voters. The Washington Post noted the allegations complicate her campaign message in Bath, Maine, where she is credited with securing Navy contracts for Bath Iron Works.

via The Portland Press Herald|
#fbi-investigation#maine-senate-race#navatek
FBI Corruption Probe Into Collins Collapses as Trump Purges Agents
politics23 days ago

FBI Corruption Probe Into Collins Collapses as Trump Purges Agents

ProPublica reports that the FBI investigated Senator Susan Collins for alleged pay-to-play schemes with defense contractor Navatek, but the probe ended after President Trump purged anti-corruption units. Collins denies wrongdoing, claiming the Biden administration cleared her, but ProPublica notes the investigation continued until 2025. The controversy threatens her reelection campaign in Maine, where voters are divided between her support for Bath Iron Works and concerns over corruption.

via The Washington Post|
#fbi-investigation#maine-senate-race#navatek
ProPublica Report Links Collins to Navatek Bribery Scheme, but Probe Died After Trump Purge
politics27 days ago

ProPublica Report Links Collins to Navatek Bribery Scheme, but Probe Died After Trump Purge

ProPublica revealed that the FBI investigated a pay-to-play scheme involving Sen. Susan Collins and defense contractor Navatek, but the probe collapsed after Donald Trump purged anti-corruption units. While Navatek CEO Martin Kao confessed to bribing lawmakers for contracts, Collins’ office denies wrongdoing, calling the claims 'categorically false.' The controversy now threatens Collins’ 2026 re-election bid as voters weigh corruption against her record of securing federal funds for Maine.

via Portland Press Herald - Maine Sunday Telegram|
#2026-midterms#fbi#navatek
GOP Senator Cassidy Condemns Russian Oligarch's $250k Gift to Trump Jr.
politics28 days ago

GOP Senator Cassidy Condemns Russian Oligarch's $250k Gift to Trump Jr.

Sen. Bill Cassidy criticized the optics of Russian oligarch Umar Kremlev funding parts of Donald Trump Jr.'s May wedding, calling the appearance of impropriety 'really bad' despite claims of repayment. ProPublica confirmed Kremlev paid for private island rentals and events, prompting a House Oversight investigation into potential foreign influence.

via HuffPost|
#bill-cassidy#donald-trump-jr#huffpost
Trump Claims Son Repaid Russian Oligarch for Bahamas Wedding Costs
politics1 month ago

Trump Claims Son Repaid Russian Oligarch for Bahamas Wedding Costs

President Donald Trump stated that his son, Donald Trump Jr., repaid Russian businessman Umar Kremlev for the latter’s funding of a lavish wedding after-party in the Bahamas. This claim follows a ProPublica investigation revealing that Kremlev, a close associate of Vladimir Putin and head of the International Boxing Association, spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on the event, including renting a private island and hiring fireworks. While the Trump family defended the gesture as a personal gift from a friend, Democratic lawmakers and national security experts have raised concerns about foreign influence and potential conflicts of interest given Trump Jr.’s proximity to the White House.

via Financial Times|
#donald-trump-jr#ethics#foreign-influence
Trump Claims Son Repaid Russian Oligarch After ProPublica Reveals Kremlin-Tied Wedding Funding
politics1 month ago

Trump Claims Son Repaid Russian Oligarch After ProPublica Reveals Kremlin-Tied Wedding Funding

President Trump stated on September 18 that his son, Donald Jr., repaid Russian oligarch Umar Kremlev for the latter's funding of the former's May 2026 wedding celebrations. ProPublica revealed that Kremlev, a close ally of Vladimir Putin, paid hundreds of thousands of dollars for a private island rental and fireworks display in the Bahamas. While the White House and Trump Jr.'s wife Bettina defended the gesture as a gift from a 'close friend,' Democratic lawmakers have launched investigations into potential counterintelligence risks. Attorney General Todd Blanche dismissed the matter, claiming the administration has no knowledge of Kremlev, while FBI Director Kash Patel acknowledged the agency would review the information.

via nypost.com|
#donald-trump-jr#fbi#house-oversight
Ethics Experts Cite Foreign Influence Risk as Trump Jr. Accepts Kremlin-Linked Wedding Gift
politics1 month ago

Ethics Experts Cite Foreign Influence Risk as Trump Jr. Accepts Kremlin-Linked Wedding Gift

ProPublica reported that Umar Kremlev, the Russian president of the International Boxing Association, paid hundreds of thousands of dollars for Donald Trump Jr.'s post-wedding celebration in the Bahamas. The payments covered a private island rental and fireworks. While the Trump family described the event as a friendly gift, ethics experts and Democratic lawmakers raised concerns about foreign influence and potential conflicts of interest.

via The New York Times|
#donald-trump-jr#ethics#politics