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FBI indicts 3 Americans, 22 Chinese nationals and 4 chemical companies after seizing ‘Enough fentanyl to kill 70M Americans’

FBI Director Kash Patel announced the federal indictments of 22 Chinese nationals, four China-based chemical companies, and three Americans for their role in a fentanyl supply chain. The discovery was made possible in part by Operation Box Cutter.

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BOSTON, MA - MARCH 12: William "Rick" Singer leaves Boston Federal Court after being charged with racketeering conspiracy, money laundering conspiracy, conspiracy to defraud the United States, and obstruction of justice on March 12, 2019 in Boston, Massachusetts. Singer is among several charged in alleged college admissions scam. (Photo by Scott Eisen/Getty Images)

Judge rules ‘Varsity Blues’ admissions ‘schemer’ Rick Singer may consult students again: ‘Must disclose criminal record to new clients’

A judge has ruled that Rick Singer, the shady “mastermind” behind the nationwide college admissions cheating scandal known as “Varsity Blues,” may work as a college consultant again — as long as he discloses his criminal record to new clients.

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