Smartmatic Faces Federal Bribery and Money Laundering Charges in Philippines Contract Case
Smartmatic has been added to a federal indictment alleging company executives participated in a bribery scheme targeting Philippine election officials. The voting technology company faces charges of violating the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and money laundering violations. Smartmatic’s spokesman categorically denied the allegations, claiming political influence in the case.
Voting Technology Company Added to Federal Indictment
Federal prosecutors have expanded their case against Smartmatic executives by adding the company itself to an indictment alleging bribery of Philippine election officials, according to reports filed in U.S. District Court. The superseding indictment, filed in the Southern District of Florida, adds criminal charges of money laundering and foreign bribery against the voting technology company directly.