Tag: State Department
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October 25, 2026
Free Elections, With Washington’s Preferred Winner
State defends Brazilians’ freedom to choose their leaders. Reuters reports diplomatic instructions favoring one family, while the extent of White House direction remains unresolved.
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October 16, 2026
The Public Investment Fund Comes With a Private Portfolio
The chairman of a publicly funded investment vehicle has substantial private holdings in one of its target countries. The safeguards need to address more than direct investments in his companies.
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October 9, 2026
Make America Pay My Amex
A disputed request to pay an Amex bill raises questions about private payments and access to public officials.