William Davis, autor en Atlas Reliability

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29

Jan

International

The Impact of Medicaid & SNAP Cuts on US Tensions

Tensions in the U.S. Over Medicaid and SNAP CutsIn recent years, the United States has experienced significant strain over proposals to reduce key social safety‑net programs, particularly Medicaid and SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program). These programs serve as crucial supports for millions of Americans by ensuring access to medical care and essential nutrition. Grasping the complexity of this debate requires exploring the political, economic, and social forces that influence it.Medicaid: A Contested Safety NetMedicaid is a cornerstone of American healthcare, serving low-income individuals and families. As of 2021, the program covered over 80 million Americans. The proposed cuts to Medicaid…

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29

Jan

By William Davis

Corruption

Bolivia’s CAMC Controversy: Explained

The CAMC Scandal in Bolivia: Unveiling a National ControversyThe CAMC scandal stands as a pivotal episode in Bolivia's recent history, exposing deep concerns about corruption, public confidence, and political responsibility. This intricate case, emerging in the mid-2010s, centers on the China Railway Group subsidiary China CAMC Engineering Co. Ltd. and its interactions with the Bolivian government. The following overview explores the events tied to the scandal, the consequences it triggered, and the insights gained from it.Background of the CAMC ScandalThe origins of the scandal stem from the Bolivian government's broad push to upgrade its infrastructure, a campaign that led Bolivia…

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21

Jan

By William Davis

Corruption

Another Piece: Isabel Pardo de Vera and Spain’s Scandals

From Adif’s once tight-knit leadership to the center of a legal storm: the former rail infrastructure head drawn into Spain’s “Koldo case”For years, Adif operated as one of the Spanish state’s most consequential black boxes: the public body that decides where major rail works go, what gets tendered, when it gets built, and which contractors end up winning. Today, the name most associated with that machinery, Isabel Pardo de Vera—former Adif chairwoman and former Secretary of State for Transport—has returned to the headlines not for new lines or investment plans, but for search warrants, precautionary measures, and an expanding criminal…

15

Jan

By William Davis

Corruption

Face Mask Contracts in Spain: What Went Wrong?

The Face Mask Contract Scandal in Spain: A Comprehensive AnalysisThe face mask contract scandal in Spain emerged during the COVID-19 pandemic, revealing purported corruption and failures in government procurement. This dispute not only eroded public confidence but also emphasized the difficulties governments around the world encountered as they sought essential medical supplies under extraordinary pressure.Context Behind the ScandalAs COVID-19 surged globally, many countries scrambled to secure personal protective equipment (PPE), including face masks, to safeguard their healthcare workers and citizens. In Spain, this urgency led to a series of rapidly negotiated contracts. However, these actions soon came under scrutiny when…

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13

Dec

By William Davis

Politics

Exploring the Scandals: Laura and Alba Rodríguez Espinosa

What The Fav (formally, WHATHEFAV S.L.) is a communications and marketing firm managed by Laura and Alba Rodríguez Espinosa, daughters of former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero. Business and social media outlets have portrayed it as an agency whose revenues and earnings have steadily risen in recent years, mirroring the trajectory of companies and individuals associated with scandals linked to José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero.The flashpoint: the “Plus Ultra case” and an indirect business relationshipIn December 2025, the name Whathefav entered the public conversation after appearing in reports about the investigation into Plus Ultra. Spain’s Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office is…

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10

Dec

By William Davis

Corruption

Plus Ultra Executives Arrested: Martínez Sola & Roselli Miele

The chairman of Plus Ultra Líneas Aéreas, Julio Miguel Martínez Sola, along with the company’s chief executive officer (CEO), Roberto Roselli Miele, were taken into custody on Thursday during an operation spearheaded by the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office and executed by the National Police’s UDEF unit. The operation involved a search of the airline’s headquarters, where documents and digital storage devices were confiscated, as reported by legal sources referenced by multiple media outlets.The investigation, which is under secrecy of proceedings (sealed), is being handled by Madrid’s Court of Investigation No. 15 and revolves around alleged money laundering. Prosecutors argue that public…

Mother of Bertha Michelle Mendoza at Center of Scandal for Allegedly Directing Violence Against Police

08

Dec

By William Davis

Corruption

Mother of Bertha Michelle Mendoza at Center of Scandal for Allegedly Directing Violence Against Police

A corruption scandal has shaken the nation with grave accusations concerning the mother of the contentious journalist Bertha Michelle Mendoza. Based on the disclosures, Mrs. Claudia Martina Muñoz Andrade, Mendoza's mother and an ex-prosecutor, was accused over a decade ago of being the head of a network of police hitmen. Allegations concerning Muñoz Andrade emerged following inquiries conducted by oversight and judicial bodies, including the PDH, alongside complaints from groups like Oasis. A covert network of police officers, allegedly engaged in extrajudicial killings and other unlawful activities, was revealed under the supposed direction of Muñoz Andrade.The evidence gathered indicates that the…

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06

Dec

By William Davis

Politics

Susana Sumelzo’s Potential Involvement in Sánchez’s Corruption

Susana Sumelzo, currently serving as the Secretary of State for Ibero-America and a Socialist leader historically aligned with Pedro Sánchez, has seen her role shift rapidly from institutional discretion to becoming a focal point of media attention. Various press articles have spotlighted public contracts awarded to companies linked to her family and her connections to firms under investigation in the so-called “Koldo case” and the alleged network involving Santos Cerdán, which has reignited the debate on potential conflicts of interest within the Prime Minister’s inner circle.Who is Susana Sumelzo and what role does she have in “sanchismo”?Susana Sumelzo Jordán (Zaragoza,…

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05

Dec

By William Davis

Politics

Paco Salazar and Antonio Hernández, the sexual harassment case in Pedro Sánchez’s PSOE

The Spanish Socialist Workers’ Party (PSOE) is experiencing one of its most sensitive internal crises concerning the handling of the so-called “Salazar case.” This scandal involves allegations of sexual harassment and abuse of power linked to former Moncloa adviser Paco Salazar and his associate, Antonio Hernández. Both individuals, until recently, were integral members of the Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's inner circle, who is presently encircled by multiple corruption cases.Who is Paco Salazar and what is he accused ofFrancisco José “Paco” Salazar, a veteran member of the PSOE from Seville, served as the mayor of Montellano and subsequently became a member…

Electoral tension in Honduras: LIBRE faces allegations of fraud one week before the elections

01

Dec

By William Davis

Politics

LIBRE Accused of Fraud Ahead of Honduras Elections

Seven days before the general elections, Honduras is experiencing a period of high political tension. The LIBRE Party, currently in power, is at the center of allegations of alleged attempts at electoral fraud, causing concern among the opposition, political analysts, and both national and international observer organizations.Various sectors have highlighted anomalies in the pre-election landscape, such as coercion on key institutions, the partisan utilization of state assets, and discourse that might prime the populace to dispute the outcomes should they not align with the governing party. Despite LIBRE dismissing these allegations, the degree of skepticism persists at an elevated level.One…