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Cláudio Castro faces allegations of misusing privatization funds for electoral bribes, as investigations unfold regarding his political power and stability.

The Electoral Justice annulled the mandates of the mayor and vice-mayor of Martinópolis, leading to new elections in the municipality.

The prosecution in Ecuador's Liga2 case is presenting evidence against seven defendants accused of illicit association related to electoral justice and judicial appointments.

The Ecuadorian Prosecutor's Office is investigating three irregular events related to illegal conduct in electoral justice, the appointment of Judiciary Council members, and the leadership of the Superintendency of Banks linked to Liga2.

Inga Barišauskė has been appointed to the Central Electoral Commission in place of Agnė Silickienė, who resigned amidst corruption allegations.

The article discusses the ongoing political scandals and controversies in Greece's parliament, likening it to a reality show and highlighting the manipulation of public funds.

A councilman in Brazil has been granted house arrest after being arrested for allegedly receiving illegal campaign financing from a criminal group.

The mayor and vice mayor of Santo Expedito, Brazil, have had their mandates revoked for engaging in vote buying and electoral corruption practices.

The conflict between the Labor Party and President Claudia Sheinbaum deepens as the party opposes her electoral reform, highlighting internal party tensions.

A police operation in Ceará has uncovered that a criminal faction funded electoral campaigns, leading to the arrest of five local officials.

Hungarian officials are demanding an explanation from Ukraine regarding an armored convoy carrying substantial cash and gold, believed to link to potential electoral interference.

The Electoral Commission has revoked the mandate of Kazys Starkevičius due to his involvement as a witness in a corruption case, and Angelė Jakavonytė will take his place.

The Lithuanian Electoral Commission announced the revocation of Kazys Starkevičius's parliamentary mandate, which will be transferred to Angelė Jakavonytė following his resignation amid corruption investigations.

The trial of Istanbul's mayor Ekrem Imamoglu commenced amidst accusations of political motivation and widespread corruption that could affect his electoral prospects against President Erdogan.

The article discusses the underlying geopolitical motivations behind U.S. actions in Iran, emphasizing the interplay of energy dominance, corruption, and electoral strategy.

The Federal Police conducted a search of the mayor of Sorriso's home as part of an operation investigating alleged electoral fraud in Brazil.

The Federal Police conducted a major operation investigating an alleged scheme of bribing candidates to withdraw from elections in Caxias, Maranhão.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that elections in Ukraine will only be conducted after the conflict ends, emphasizing the need for stability before any electoral processes.

The court's acquittal of Kejriwal and others in a corruption case is a significant political boost for the Aam Aadmi Party.

Lithuania's electoral commission, along with anti-corruption and prosecutorial bodies, has received and registered a request concerning the financing of the political party 'Nemuno Aušra'.

The article discusses how issues like corruption, privilege, and social inequality create opportunities for demagogic rhetoric in electoral campaigns.

A transitional government led by Prime Minister Andrejus Gyurovas was sworn in ahead of upcoming elections in Bulgaria, aiming to ensure fair electoral practices following previous allegations of fraud.

José María Balcázar, at 83, has become Peru's eighth president in a decade amid allegations of corruption and a surprising electoral victory over a favored opponent.

The article discusses allegations of nepotism and political favoritism in employment within the City of Zagreb's administration, highlighting connections between local political figures and their roles in the electoral commission.

Corruption has reemerged as a significant issue in Brazil's electoral landscape, manifesting in various forms and complicated by public perceptions and fear of crime.

The Federal Police in Brazil executed search warrants in Betim as part of an investigation into alleged electoral corruption in the upcoming municipal elections.

Councilwoman Tatiana Medeiros has been permitted to leave house arrest to undergo eye exams and surgery after being detained for vote-buying allegations since April 2025.

The Brazilian Supreme Court has established a majority allowing for double punishment of illicit campaign funding, enhancing the penalties for this crime during an election year.

Alvise Pérez discusses how the 3% electoral barrier benefits his party while addressing political confrontations and allegations of financial misconduct.

The Federal Police executed two search and seizure warrants as part of an investigation into a vote-buying scheme in Vespasiano, a part of Greater Belo Horizonte, continuing the 'Operation Free Vote' targeting alleged electoral corruption practices during the 2024 municipal elections.

Pablo Gómez criticized the newly formed Frente Amplio Democrático, claiming it includes figures associated with electoral corruption, such as 'Pemexgate' and 'Friends of Fox'.

The American TV series 'Jack Ryan' anticipated the real-life events in Venezuela in 2025, featuring a corrupt president, covert operations, ties to Russia, electoral fraud, vast natural resources, and CIA intervention.

The electoral collapse of the hegemonic Bolivarian left in Honduras highlights public rejection of a model founded on nepotism and corruption.