Trump executive sent to jail for tax fraud

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2 years ago

January 11, 2023

A Trump organisation executive has been sentenced to five months in prison

Allen Weisselberg, who is former U.S. President Donald Trump’s long-time chief financial officer, has been sentenced to five months behind bars.

A New York judge sentenced Mr Weisselberg for his role in a decade-long tax fraud scheme .

He admitted he should have paid taxes on off-the-books compensation. He will cough up $2 million back in taxes as part of his sentence.

The 75-year-old is expected to report to Rikers Island, which is one of the most notorious New York City jails.

He will begin serving his sentence immediately.

Trump’s shock Iran strike sparks global oil fears

Trump’s unexpected strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites unleash global concerns over oil prices and Strait of Hormuz security.

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4 hours ago

June 23, 2025

Ahron Young

Trump’s unexpected strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites unleash global concerns over oil prices and Strait of Hormuz security.

President Trump’s surprise strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites are sending shockwaves across the globe, with leaders weighing the fallout.

From rising oil prices to fears Iran could shut the Strait of Hormuz, the world is bracing for what comes next.

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Treasurer Jim Chalmers blasts red tape in push for productivity boost

Treasurer Jim Chalmers urges reduction of excessive regulations hindering housing reform and clean energy, calling for a productivity revival in Australia.

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4 hours ago

June 23, 2025

Ahron Young

Treasurer Jim Chalmers urges reduction of excessive regulations hindering housing reform and clean energy, calling for a productivity revival in Australia.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers says it’s time to stop progressive red tape from strangling good ideas like housing reform and clean energy.

He’s demanding regulators cut back on excessive rules slowing growth and innovation across the economy. Chalmers is calling it a “wake-up call” for the left — and launching a major push to revive Australia’s productivity from the supply side.

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Iran responds as oil shock looms for West

U.S. airstrikes on Iran escalate tensions in the Middle East, prompting fears of disruptions in global oil markets as diplomacy efforts continue.

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5 hours ago

June 23, 2025

Ahron Young

U.S. airstrikes on Iran escalate tensions in the Middle East, prompting fears of disruptions in global oil markets as diplomacy efforts continue.

The world is reacting to fresh U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, as tensions escalate across the Middle East. With fears Iran could block the Strait of Hormuz — a vital oil shipping route — global markets brace for major disruption.

Vice President JD Vance says Iran’s uranium remains untouched, as Washington calls for renewed diplomacy. Meanwhile, Israel claims progress in countering Iran’s missile and nuclear programs, as Tel Aviv shows public support for U.S. action.

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