illegal
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As well as the movement of weapons, it will also focus on dual-use and illegal revenue streams.
From BBC ● Nov. 7, 2026
After a discussion, the next play was an illegal procedure penalty on the Parrots.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 7, 2026
“I’m open to the idea that we should change enforcement—by focusing more on businesses that hire illegal labor, for instance,” Vance wrote.
From Slate ● Nov. 6, 2026
While strongest when tax-exempt entities support illegal activities—such as blocking roads, trespassing or committing vandalism—it applies even when an activity is merely abhorrent.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 6, 2026
Yurchenko's testimony did not give the FBI enough evidence to arrest Howard—they needed hard proof of his illegal activities if they were to have any hope of building a case and bringing him to trial.
From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau
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