Conflict of Interest

In a move that has raised eyebrows, Kyle Kunkler, a former lobbyist for the chemical industry, has taken on a critical role at the United States Environmental Protection Agency (E.P.A.), where he now oversees the regulation of pesticides. During his time as a lobbyist, Kunkler advocated for the restricted use...

A close associate of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the US Health Secretary, is spearheading a series of lawsuits related to vaccine policies, sparking concerns about potential conflicts of interest and the blurring of lines between personal agendas and public duties. Aaron Siri, a lawyer, has been at the forefront of...

As Steve Witkoff, a well-known real estate developer and longtime supporter of President Trump, was actively engaged in promoting a Middle East peace plan, his son, Eric Witkoff, was simultaneously courting investors from the same region. In a move that raises questions about potential conflicts of interest, Eric Witkoff recently...