Secret Empires by Peter Schweizer

Secret Empires: How the American Political Class Hides Corruption and Enriches Family and Friends

by Peter Schweizer

Following the Money in the Dark Corners of the World

Corruption in modern politics has evolved. It is no longer about envelopes of cash; it has morphed into multibillion-dollar equity deals facilitated in the shadows. In Secret Empires, investigative journalist Peter Schweizer reveals how American politicians on both sides of the aisle leverage their power to ensure "can't-lose" deals for their family members and friends.

Schweizer, whose previous work sparked FBI investigations and the passage of the STOCK Act, explores:

• Global Loopholes: How foreign entities, particularly in China, invite the relatives of top American officials to participate in lucrative private equity deals.
• Bipartisan Scrutiny: An objective look at questionable transactions involving figures close to Barack Obama, Joe Biden, Mitch McConnell, and Donald Trump.
• The New Corruption: Why the "children of power" are becoming a new financial elite in the United States through parents' influence.

Who Readers Will Love This

• Advocates for Transparency: Citizens committed to "People over profits" who want to understand the mechanics of government corruption.
• Political Science Students: Those looking for a deep, academic dive into the intersection of international finance and domestic policy.
• True Crime & Ethics Readers: Anyone fascinated by high-stakes investigative journalism and the exposure of "untouchable" public servants.

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