Event Brief
China purges third Politburo member in anti-graft drive
Filed: Jul 14, 2026 at 1:06 AM ET
Summary: China removed Ma from the Politburo after investigators found he sought benefits for others in official selections.
WHO: Ma
WHAT: Ma was purged from the Politburo as investigators found he sought benefits for others in selecting and appointing officials.
WHEN: Jul 14, 2026 at 12:20 AM ET
WHERE: China
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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