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The topic of this episode is, “Why is congressional oversight important, and how can it be done well?”To help us tackle this subject we have Elise Bean. She is the Director of the Washington Office of Wayne State University's Levin Center. Elise spent 30 years in Congress working as an investigator for Sen. Carl Levin (D-MI) and for the Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations. Elise handled investigations, hearings, and legislation on matters involving money laundering, offshore tax abuse, corruption, shell companies, and corporate misconduct. She is also the author of the book, Financial Exposure: Carl Levin's Senate Investigations into Finance and Tax Abuse (Palgrave Macmillan, 2018). So who better to have on the show to discuss the topic, “Why is congressional oversight important, and how can it be done well?” Kevin Kosar:Welcome to Understanding Congress, a podcast about the first branch of government. Congress is a notoriously complex institution and few Americans think well of it, but Congress is essential to our republic. It's a place where our pluralistic society is supposed to work out its differences and come to agreement about what our laws should be, and that is why we are here to discuss our national legislature and to think about ways to upgrade it so it can better serve our nation. I'm your host, Kevin Kosar, and I'm a resident scholar at the American Enterprise Institute, a think tank in Washington, D.C.Welcome to the program.Elise Bean:Thank you for inviting me, Kevin.Kevin Kosar:All right, let's begin with something very fundamental. What is Congressional oversight, and who in Congress can do it?Elise Bean:Well, Congressional oversight is when members of Congress, on a committee or individually, ask questions and try to find out: What are the facts? Is a program working? Is there really an abuse? If you want good government, you need good oversight because things change over time and what worked at one time doesn't work at another. That's what Congressional oversight is.Kevin Kosar:Yeah, we should dig into that a little bit. I think often Americans don't like to see politicians fighting amongst themselves, yet the legislative branch, last time I checked the Constitution, says that Congress makes the laws, Congress decides where the money is to be spent, but they're not the ones who actually do the execution of the law. They're not the ones actually spending the money. So does that seem to imply some sort of constitutional obligation to engage in oversight?Elise Bean:So the Supreme Court has said that that's exactly true, that if Congress can't do what it's supposed to do under the Constitution, unless it has some facts… I mean, wouldn't it make sense—if you're going to change your program or decide where money's going—that you have informed decision-making based on the facts? In fact, there's a 1946 law that requires all Congressional committees to do oversight within their areas of jurisdiction, and that's because they want you to find out what the facts are before you start to pass laws, give out money, and approve nominations.Kevin Kosar:Right. And as you hinted at earlier, when Congress says, "Hey, here's a new program we authorized and here's some new money for it, go out and do...

Much is at stake for the global fight against kleptocracy in 2020 and beyond. Hear why the US election results could be a turning point with former government lawyer Elise Bean, author Ben Judah, Alexandra Wrage of TRACE and CFCS's Anton Moiseienko.

For nearly 30 years, Elise Bean worked as an investigator for Senator Carl Levin, including 15 years at the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations leading inquiries into money laundering, offshore tax abuse, corruption, and corporate misconduct. After Senator Levin retired, she helped establish the Levin Center at Wayne Law in his honor, and now works for the Center to help legislatures conduct oversight investigations. Elise has also authored a book: Financial Exposure: Carl Levin's Senate Investigations into Finance and Tax Abuse. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For nearly 30 years, Elise Bean worked as an investigator for Senator Carl Levin, including 15 years at the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations leading inquiries into money laundering, offshore tax abuse, corruption, and corporate misconduct. After Senator Levin retired, she helped establish the Levin Center at Wayne Law in his honor, and now works for the Center to help legislatures conduct oversight investigations. Elise has also authored a book: Financial Exposure: Carl Levin’s Senate Investigations into Finance and Tax Abuse. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

For nearly 30 years, Elise Bean worked as an investigator for Senator Carl Levin, including 15 years at the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations leading inquiries into money laundering, offshore tax abuse, corruption, and corporate misconduct. After Senator Levin retired, she helped establish the Levin Center at Wayne Law in his honor, and now works for the Center to help legislatures conduct oversight investigations. Elise has also authored a book: Financial Exposure: Carl Levin's Senate Investigations into Finance and Tax Abuse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s episode features Gary Kalman, the director of the US office of Transparency International in Washington. Work of the FACT coalition (https://thefactcoalition.org/) The FACT coalition has been pushing regulation on anonymous companies. One key element is beneficial ownership (check out our episode with Elise Bean). The principle is simple: When you register a company, you have to name the natural person who owns and controls the company. Gary mentions an example in which a person registered a company in the name of her cat Suki (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0nHETD1wxg). Beneficial Ownership Gary and Matthew then go on to discuss about legislation on beneficial ownership in the US in comparison to other countries such as the UK where the registry is public. Such a law may have an enormous impact. Gary mentions an example of an undercover operation carried out by the NGO Global Witness that tried to found a company in the name of a corrupt businessman. 12 out of 12 collaborated some of which from highly respected law firms in New York City (for more in the story https://www.globalwitness.org/en/reports/loweringthebar/) Vision for Transparency International As Gary is the director of the new office of TI in Washington, Matthew asks him about his vision for TI. His top priorities are Illicit finance in the US as a facilitator for global corruption, trade based money laundering, issues around gatekeepers and supporting other anti-corruption institutions on issues like ‘revolving doors’. TI US is also going to comment on corruption within the US. He further discusses the role of partisanship. In the end Gary outlines a few more issues that anti-corruption efforts should focus on: - International trade issues - Whistleblower protection - Strengthening independent media Additional links Elise Bean’s book “Financial Exposure Carl Levin's Senate Investigations into Finance and Tax Abuse”: https://www.palgrave.com/gp/book/9783319943879 The FACT Coalition: https://thefactcoalition.org/issues/incorporation-transparency

For this special episode Nils and Christopher sat down to reflect on the first 20 episodes of Kickback and discuss some plans for the 2020. For those who want to support us financially to cover our running costs: https://www.patreon.com/kickbackpodcast For those who want to follow us via Social Media: https://twitter.com/KickbackGAP https://www.facebook.com/KickBackGAP The Kickback team wishes you a happy holiday season! We look forward to 2020! Chapter I - Basics 1. Susan Rose-Ackerman on the principal-agent theory of corruption 5. Bo Rothstein on corruption as a collective action problem and long term fixes 7. Paul Heywood on which questions to ask to gain new insights into the wicked problem of corruption Chapter II – Perspectives on Corruption 12. Oguzhan Dincer on measuring corruption at different levels & historic developments in Turkey 13. Cristina Bicchieri on social norms of corruption, Antanas Mockus and Soap Operas 16. Kevin E. Davis on his book "Between Impunity & Imperialism" and fighting transnational bribery 17. Shaul Shalvi on behavioral ethics and the psychological roots of corruption 19. Monika Bauhr on need vs. greed corruption and how it is linked to gender Chapter III - Regions 4. Paul Lagunes on transparency 2.0, the importance of citizens for anti-corruption in Latin America 11. Daria Kaleniuk on the anti-corruption reforms in Ukraine 14. Kieu Vien on encouraging discussions about corruption & shaping anti-corruption laws in Vietnam 20. Leonor Ortiz Monasterio & Miguel Meza on anti-corruption in Mexico Chapter IV - Journalism 6. Frederik Obermaier on Panama Papers, Ibiza video & the role of media freedom for anti-corruption 8. Alina Mungiu-Pippidi on corruption in Romania, democratic transitions, advise for young scholars 18. David Barboza on investigating the hidden wealth of Chinese elites Chapter V - Practitioners 2. Deltan Dallagnol on leading the prosecution of the Lava Jato investigations in Brazil 3. Robtel Neajai Pailey on how to teach anti-corruption through children's books 9. Debra LaPrevotte on being an FBI agent, asset recovery, safe havens for cleptocrats & war crimes 10. Elise Bean on financial fraud, money laundering and the top 3 policies to curb corruption 15. Sergei Guriev on the value of governance, inclusion & the internet for anti-corruption efforts

This time on the podcast: Elise Bean, from the permanent sub-committee on investigation (PSI: https://www.hsgac.senate.gov/subcommittees/investigations). The first part of the interview describes the work of the PSI which was set up by Harry Truman and was the first to make #moneylaundering a crime. The discussion touches on the famous case of Raul Salinas that the PSI investigated and that drew drew massive media attention (https://www.nytimes.com/2005/12/10/world/americas/killing-of-expresidents-brother-is-still-a-mexican-mystery.html). Part 2 – Practical challenges In the next part Elise and Matthew discuss some of the practical challenges to detect what is suspect money. Elise describes how the incentives of bankers might run counter to anti-corruption by creating #conflictofinterest. The discussion delves into the balancing act of prosecuting the individuals who are responsible (who are often hard to identify) vs. using settlements with company (which often do not serve as a real deterrent) (11:16). One important example discussed in this context is the case of HSBC investigation 2012 (summarized here: https://www.bbc.com/news/business-18880269). The two also discuss whether and how it has become more difficult to get around a disclosure and reporting-based system. Elise describes the “the game of bulk cash smuggling” that includes money launderers shipping large sums of money across borders in trains and even submarines. Part 3: What do about it? The last part of the conversation focuses on the concrete steps against money laundering related to corruption. One concrete loophole that hinders prosecution of money laundering is the US 2002 temporary exemption from the PATRIOT Act requirement for implementation of anti-money laundering programs, on sectors such as real-estate, hedge funds, and luxury items. Elise describes the story behind the exemption, stemming from the push after the 9/11 attacks to tighten anti-money laundering laws, outlining the mystery why the exemption has lasted for over 17 years even though bipartisan support exists to end it. With bipartisanship generally playing a big role for PSI, after the reputation of the subcommittee was tarnished by Joe McCArthy (https://www.senate.gov/artandhistory/history/common/generic/Featured_Bio_McCarthy.htm), Elise outlines how it has how it is shaped which investigation the PSI launches. Elise also describes how she chooses the cases to look into (30:40) and how this has led to investigations into #Taxdodging of large companies such as Caterpillar and Apple, and the Foreign Policy implications. Finally, she gives her Top3 policy wish list for changes still need to be made (39:20) to reduce money laundering and cleptocracy? Top 3 : 1. Transparency about beneficial ownership 2. End temporary exemption from the PATRIOT Act requirement for implementation of anti-money laundering programs in the real-estate, hedge funds and luxury goods sector 3. Making data collected by Foreign account tax compliance act available to be broadly analyzed

In this episode, CII General Counsel Jeff Mahoney interviews Elise J. Bean on her recently published book, “Financial Exposure, Carl Levin's Senate Investigations into Finance and Tax Abuse.”

Welcome again to Necessary & Proper. Today we bring you the great discussion we had from the closing panel of the 2019 Legislative Branch Review Conference, held on the Hill in February in partnership with the Federalist Society's Georgetown Student Chapter. The panel reflected on the history of bipartisan Congressional investigations and shared their expectations for how civil, united, and fact-based they expect the oversight of the 116th Congress will be. We hope you find this podcast interesting and enjoyable.Featuring:Ms. Elise Bean, Washington Co-Director, Levin Center at Wayne LawMr. Stanley M. Brand, Senior Counsel, Akin GumpMs. Machalagh Carr, General Counsel & Parliamentarian (R), Committee on Ways and Means, U. S. House of RepresentativesMr. Jon Skladany, Chief Counsel for Oversight (R), Committee on Financial Services, U.S. House of RepresentativesModerator: Mr. Justin Rood, Director of the Congressional Oversight Initiative, The Project On Government OversightIntroduction: Nathan Kaczmarek, Director, Article I Initiative; Director, Regulatory Transparency Project

Welcome again to Necessary & Proper. Today we bring you the great discussion we had from the closing panel of the 2019 Legislative Branch Review Conference, held on the Hill in February in partnership with the Federalist Society's Georgetown Student Chapter. The panel reflected on the history of bipartisan Congressional investigations and shared their expectations for how civil, united, and fact-based they expect the oversight of the 116th Congress will be. We hope you find this podcast interesting and enjoyable.Featuring:Ms. Elise Bean, Washington Co-Director, Levin Center at Wayne LawMr. Stanley M. Brand, Senior Counsel, Akin GumpMs. Machalagh Carr, General Counsel & Parliamentarian (R), Committee on Ways and Means, U. S. House of RepresentativesMr. Jon Skladany, Chief Counsel for Oversight (R), Committee on Financial Services, U.S. House of RepresentativesModerator: Mr. Justin Rood, Director of the Congressional Oversight Initiative, The Project On Government OversightIntroduction: Nathan Kaczmarek, Director, Article I Initiative; Director, Regulatory Transparency Project

On February 6, 2019, the Federalist Society's Article I Initiative and the Georgetown Student Chapter co-sponsored the first Legislative Branch Review Conference. The third panel discussed "Bipartisanship and High Profile Congressional Oversight."At the outset, the 116th Congress promises many high profile and impactful investigations. However, the last several Congresses have not always maintained a civil, united, and fact-based oversight approach devoted to bipartisan purposes. Is there room for renewal? How can Congress do better? Featuring:Ms. Elise Bean, Washington Co-Director, Levin Center at Wayne LawMr. Stanley M. Brand, Senior Counsel, Akin GumpMs. Machalagh Carr, General Counsel & Parliamentarian (R), Committee on Ways and Means, U. S. House of RepresentativesMr. Jon Skladany, Chief Counsel for Oversight (R), Committee on Financial Services, U.S. House of RepresentativesModerator: Mr. Justin Rood, Director of the Congressional Oversight Initiative, The Project On Government OversightIntroduction: Nathan Kaczmarek, Director, Article I Initiative; Director, Regulatory Transparency ProjectAs always, the Federalist Society takes no particular legal or public policy positions. All opinions expressed are those of the speakers.

On February 6, 2019, the Federalist Society's Article I Initiative and the Georgetown Student Chapter co-sponsored the first Legislative Branch Review Conference. The third panel discussed "Bipartisanship and High Profile Congressional Oversight."At the outset, the 116th Congress promises many high profile and impactful investigations. However, the last several Congresses have not always maintained a civil, united, and fact-based oversight approach devoted to bipartisan purposes. Is there room for renewal? How can Congress do better? Featuring:Ms. Elise Bean, Washington Co-Director, Levin Center at Wayne LawMr. Stanley M. Brand, Senior Counsel, Akin GumpMs. Machalagh Carr, General Counsel & Parliamentarian (R), Committee on Ways and Means, U. S. House of RepresentativesMr. Jon Skladany, Chief Counsel for Oversight (R), Committee on Financial Services, U.S. House of RepresentativesModerator: Mr. Justin Rood, Director of the Congressional Oversight Initiative, The Project On Government OversightIntroduction: Nathan Kaczmarek, Director, Article I Initiative; Director, Regulatory Transparency ProjectAs always, the Federalist Society takes no particular legal or public policy positions. All opinions expressed are those of the speakers.

In this edition of AML Conversations, AML RightSource Vice Chairman, John Byrne, sits down with Elise Bean. Elise Bean is the former staff director and chief counsel of the US Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (PSI) and the author of a new book, Financial Exposure: Carl Levin’s Senate Investigations into Finance and Tax Abuse. You’ll hear an in-depth interview on the major financial crime investigations of the past 20 years that are covered in her new book.

Elise Bean of the Levin Center discusses her recent book, Financial Exposure: Carl Levin's Senate Investigations Into Finance and Tax Abuse, sharing how Congressional oversight investigations can be a powerful tool for uncovering facts, building bipartisan consensus, and fostering change. The conversation also highlights several interesting cases from her time as chief counsel of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations.

Elise Bean of the Levin Center discusses her recent book, Financial Exposure: Carl Levin's Senate Investigations Into Finance and Tax Abuse, sharing how Congressional oversight investigations can be a powerful tool for uncovering facts, building bipartisan consensus, and fostering change. The conversation also highlights several interesting cases from her time as chief counsel of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations.

On September 6, Hudson Institute's Kleptocracy Initiative held a discussion on a new report examining what policies are needed to close the loopholes commonly exploited by foreign kleptocrats and their professional facilitators in the United States.

On September 6, Hudson Institute’s Kleptocracy Initiative held a discussion on a new report examining what policies are needed to close the loopholes commonly exploited by foreign kleptocrats and their professional facilitators in the United States.

On November 30, Hudson Institute's Kleptocracy Initiative launched the new report "The United States of Anonymity."

On November 30, Hudson Institute's Kleptocracy Initiative launched the new report "The United States of Anonymity."