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Rambling Trump accidentally reopens questions about an election payoff
MSNBC· 2025-10-14 03:54
Political Commentary & Potential Legal Implications - Trump praised the Egyptian president, referring to him as a friend since the 2016 campaign against Hillary Clinton [2][3][10][18] - Allegations suggest a potential $10 million cash transfer from an organization linked to Egyptian Intelligence to Trump's 2016 campaign [12][13][15] - The Justice Department reportedly investigated the $10 million transfer but the investigation was shut down [11][17] Financial Transactions & Campaign Finance - Trump's campaign was reportedly short on funds in 2016, leading to a $10 million loan to his campaign [7][13][14] - An organization linked to Egyptian Intelligence allegedly withdrew almost exactly $10 million in cash from the National Bank of Egypt shortly before Trump's inauguration [15] - The cash withdrawal involved bundles of $100 bills weighing approximately 200 pounds [15] US-Egypt Relations - Trump called the Egyptian president his "favorite dictator" during his 2016 campaign [1][5] - After being elected, Trump made the Egyptian president one of his first White House guests and praised him [8] - Trump approved nearly $200 million and later over $1 billion in aid to Egypt, despite opposition from his own State Department [9]
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Mike Benz· 2025-10-12 18:35
Insult to injury, the billion dollar loan guarantee Biden used to bribe and extort Ukraine into firing the prosecutor investigating his son’s business was a USAID grant 👇 https://t.co/uvZ4P3QCNqDC_Draino (@DC_Draino):Biden used $1 billion in American tax dollars as leverage to get a prosecutor to stop investigating his son’s bribery schemeTrump was going to expose it so they impeached himArrest everyone involved in the coverup https://t.co/5bVeB4Rp0X ...
Robbins LLP Reminds RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. Investors of the Upcoming Lead Plaintiff Deadline in the Class Action Against RICK
Prnewswire· 2025-10-06 23:04
Core Points - A class action lawsuit has been filed against RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. for alleged tax fraud and bribery [1][2] - The lawsuit claims that the company failed to disclose its involvement in tax fraud and bribery, which led to an understatement of legal risks [2] - Following the announcement of the indictment of company executives, RCI's stock price dropped significantly, falling 16% on September 16, 2025, and an additional 10.38% the following day [2] Summary by Sections Allegations - RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. is accused of engaging in tax fraud and bribery to conceal this fraud [2] - The New York State Attorney General announced the indictment of RCI executives for a multimillion-dollar tax fraud scheme [2] Stock Impact - On September 16, 2025, RCI's stock price fell by $5.53, or 16%, closing at $28.79 [2] - The following day, the stock price decreased by $2.99, or 10.38%, closing at $25.80 [2] Class Action Participation - Shareholders can participate in the class action and must submit their papers by November 20, 2025, to serve as lead plaintiff [3] - Shareholders are not required to participate in the case to be eligible for recovery [3]
RICK LAWSUIT ALERT: Levi & Korsinsky Notifies RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. Investors of a Class Action Lawsuit and Upcoming Deadline
Globenewswire· 2025-10-01 20:27
Core Viewpoint - A class action securities lawsuit has been filed against RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. alleging securities fraud affecting investors between December 15, 2021, and September 16, 2025 [1][2]. Group 1: Lawsuit Details - The lawsuit claims that the defendants engaged in tax fraud and bribery to conceal this fraud, leading to an understatement of the legal risks faced by the company [3]. - It is alleged that the defendants' statements regarding the company's business, operations, and prospects were materially false and misleading [3]. Group 2: Investor Information - Investors who suffered losses during the specified timeframe have until November 20, 2025, to request to be appointed as lead plaintiff, although participation does not require serving in this role [4]. - Class members may be entitled to compensation without any out-of-pocket costs or fees [4]. Group 3: Legal Firm Background - Levi & Korsinsky has a history of securing hundreds of millions of dollars for shareholders and is recognized as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States [5].
EXCLUSIVE: How Tom Homan wound up in an FBI contracts-for-cash sting
MSNBC· 2025-09-29 20:35
on the Homeman investigation. I I mean, can you just speak to Did the president ask the Justice Department to close the case. And does Homeman have to return the $50,000.>> Well, Mr. . Holman never took the $50,000 that you're referring to. So, you should get your facts straight.Number one, uh number two, this was another example of the weaponization of the Biden Department of Justice against one of President Trump's strongest and most vocal supporters in the midst of a presidential campaign. You had FBI ag ...
'Fundamentally irresponsible': Dem Rep. reacts to Trump canceling meeting with top Dems
MSNBC· 2025-09-23 16:19
Government Shutdown & Fiscal Policy - A potential government shutdown looms as the fiscal year end approaches, with disagreements between Democrats and Republicans regarding government funding and healthcare [2][3][5] - Democrats accuse Republicans of canceling votes and refusing to negotiate a bipartisan agreement to fund the government and protect healthcare [2][6] - The congresswoman emphasizes the importance of bipartisan cooperation to keep the government funded and address the healthcare crisis, highlighting the potential loss of healthcare for millions of Americans if the issue isn't resolved [3][7] Climate Change & International Relations - The president's stance on climate change, referring to it as a "con job" and a "hoax," undermines US authority and global peace on the international stage [8][9][10] - The president's actions and statements at the UN are described as "unhinged, irresponsible, bizarre, bonkers, ludicrous," raising concerns about his leadership and impact on global relations [9] Allegations of Corruption & Misconduct - Allegations surface regarding Tom Homan, a former Trump administration official, accepting $50,000 in cash in exchange for promises of government contracts [10][12][14] - The Department of Justice (DOJ) is accused of burying the investigation into Homan's alleged bribery, raising concerns about a potential cover-up within the Trump administration [12][17] - The congresswoman asserts that Homan's actions constitute bribery and criticizes the Trump administration's alleged "pay-to-play" practices with private corporations involved in border security and incarceration [14][16]
Do you own shares of RICK? Robbins LLP Informs Investors of the RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. Class Action Lawsuit
Prnewswire· 2025-09-22 22:25
Core Viewpoint - A class action lawsuit has been filed against RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. for allegations of tax fraud and bribery, leading to significant stock price declines following the announcement of these allegations [2]. Group 1: Allegations and Impact - The lawsuit claims that RCI Hospitality Holdings engaged in tax fraud and bribery to conceal this fraud, resulting in an understatement of the legal risks faced by the company [2]. - Following the announcement by New York State Attorney General Letitia James regarding the indictment of RCI executives, the stock price dropped by $5.53, or 16%, closing at $28.79 on September 16, 2025, and fell further by $2.99, or 10.38%, to $25.80 on September 17, 2025 [2]. Group 2: Class Action Participation - Shareholders interested in serving as lead plaintiffs in the class action must submit their papers by November 20, 2025, although participation is not required to be eligible for recovery [3]. - Individuals can choose to remain absent class members if they do not wish to take action [3]. Group 3: Legal Representation - All representation in the class action is on a contingency fee basis, meaning shareholders will not incur any fees or expenses [4]. - Robbins LLP, the firm leading the class action, has a history of advocating for shareholder rights and holding company executives accountable since 2002 [4].
Gainey McKenna & Egleston Announces A Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (RICK)
Globenewswire· 2025-09-22 17:07
Core Viewpoint - A securities class action lawsuit has been filed against RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. for alleged misconduct during the class period from December 15, 2021, to September 16, 2025 [1][2] Group 1: Allegations Against RCI Hospitality Holdings - The lawsuit alleges that the defendants engaged in tax fraud [2] - It is claimed that the defendants committed bribery to conceal the tax fraud [2] - The allegations suggest that the defendants understated the legal risks facing the company [2] - As a result of these actions, the defendants' statements regarding the company's business, operations, and prospects were materially false and misleading [2] Group 2: Investor Information - Investors who acquired RCI shares during the class period are encouraged to contact the law firm before the lead plaintiff motion deadline on November 20, 2025 [3] - The lead plaintiff will act on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation [3]
RCI ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Announces that a Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm
Globenewswire· 2025-09-22 16:25
Core Viewpoint - A class action lawsuit has been filed against RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. for alleged tax fraud and bribery, impacting investors who acquired securities during the specified class period [2][3]. Group 1: Lawsuit Details - The lawsuit is filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas on behalf of all individuals and entities who purchased RCI securities between December 15, 2021, and September 16, 2025 [2]. - Investors have until November 20, 2025, to apply to the Court to be appointed as lead plaintiff in the lawsuit [2]. Group 2: Allegations - The lawsuit alleges that defendants made materially false and misleading statements and failed to disclose significant issues, including tax fraud and bribery to cover up the fraud [3]. - It is claimed that these actions resulted in an understatement of the legal risks facing the company, leading to misleading statements about its business operations and prospects [3]. Group 3: Next Steps for Investors - Investors who purchased RCI shares and suffered losses are encouraged to contact the law firm for more information regarding their rights and potential claims [4]. - The law firm offers consultations without cost or obligation to the investors [4].
Tom Homan investigated for accepting $50,000 from undercover FBI agents
MSNBC· 2025-09-22 15:49
Welcome back. A stunning report about one of the most high-profile members of the Trump administration. MSNBC was first to report that Tom Holman, President Trump's Border, was allegedly recorded accepting $50,000 in a bribe from undercover FBI agents last September, telling those agents who were posing as business executives that he could get them government contracts in a second Trump administration.That's according to multiple people familiar with the probe and internal documents reviewed by MSNBC. Now, ...