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Former Epoch Times CFO Pleads Guilty to $67 Million Money Laundering

July 10, 2026

Summary

The former CFO of The Epoch Times, a conservative multinational media company, pleaded guilty to a conspiracy in a $67 million money laundering scheme. The plea was entered during jury selection for his trial, confirming his involvement in the multinational operation.

How coverage differs

  • Left: Conservative media's financial crimes exposed in $67 million scheme Left-leaning outlets highlight the guilty plea of Weidong 'Bill' Guan, former CFO of The Epoch Times, in a substantial $67 million money laundering scheme. They emphasize the timing of his plea during jury selection, underscoring the severity of the multinational operation.
  • Center: Former Epoch Times CFO admits guilt in $67 million scheme Center outlets report the factual details of Weidong 'Bill' Guan's guilty plea in a $67 million money laundering scheme, noting his position as former CFO of The Epoch Times. They detail the plea's timing during jury selection for his federal trial.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • Ex-Epoch Times CFO pleads guilty in $67 million money laundering scheme

Center

  • Ex-Epoch Times CFO pleads guilty in $67M multinational money laundering scheme - AP News

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