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scheme

[skeem] / skim /




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The justice department on Monday said it was temporarily suspending the compensation scheme, citing the court decision.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

He admitted that he participated in a scheme to submit false campaign-finance reports and artificially inflate the amount he raised.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

De la Espriella also defended David Murcia, convicted of running a pyramid scheme that impoverished families across southern Colombia.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

He is now the target of a civil lawsuit alleging his participation in the scheme.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

Yellow and green color scheme, just like @Picnic_ant described.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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