Ethical Breach

Trump’s DOJ Shake-Down: Accusations of Corruption and Potential for Further Actions

New reporting reveals Donald Trump demanded the Justice Department pay him $230 million in damages stemming from investigations, marking a significant ethical breach. Experts like Michael Schmidt and Andrew Weissmann highlighted the severity of Trump’s actions on Deadline White House, emphasizing the unprecedented nature of shaking down the American taxpayer for personal financial gain. This unprecedented move is seen as a new low, raising serious concerns about the integrity of the Justice Department.

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Kohl’s CEO Ousted for Undisclosed Conflicts of Interest

Kohl’s abruptly terminated CEO Ashley Buchanan after less than four months due to undisclosed conflicts of interest discovered during an internal investigation. This investigation, led by outside counsel, revealed Buchanan directed company vendor transactions benefiting a romantic partner, violating company policy. The board cited this as “cause” for dismissal, emphasizing the action was unrelated to Kohl’s financial performance or other employees. Interim CEO Michael Bender, previously board chair, has been appointed to replace Buchanan.

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