A Network Of Corruption And Systemic Injustice
The following excerpts, along with the complete 175-page document related to the Ab Initio investigation, suggests a vast network of corruption and systemic injustice surrounding the PSD party. The large number of individuals mentioned highlights the significant scale of this case. While the president denies the allegations and seemingly distracts from the accusations, the evidence brought forward speaks for itself.
Excerpts From The Ab initio Investigation
Look, I still walk the streets... in the streets of Funchal, and they still look down on me... so I am the one sponsoring all this crap, I’m the guy who's here struggling to hold this together, and they still look down on me?
Humberto Drummond, see Ab Initio Investigation, Page 109
Humberto Drumond attended a meeting held at Quinta Vigia, the official residence of the President of the Government of the Autonomous Region of Madeira. Among others, Miguel Albuquerque, President of the Regional Government of Madeira, and Medeiros Gaspar, Chief of Staff of the President of the Regional Government of Madeira, participated in the meeting, where various forms of party financing were discussed in view of the electoral campaign.
Ab Initio Investigation, Page 78 - 79
Ab Initio Investigation
See the entire 175-page document.
About Ab Initio
The “Ab Initio” case in Madeira is a significant anti-corruption investigation focusing on suspected economic and financial crimes involving public officials and businesspeople.
The investigation was launched in 2020 by the National Anti-Corruption Unit and the Madeira Criminal Investigation Department and focuses “on conduct considered to be highly organized crime”.
Key Takeaways
Allegations: Charges range from corruption and malfeasance to rigged contracts and unlawful political financing.
Recent Developments: By September 2024, the investigation expanded to include three more regional secretaries. It has resulted in searches and asset seizures, including a luxury car.
Legal Proceedings: Defendants have appeared in court but are under certain restrictions rather than detention.
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