Swedish Social Democratic Party was fined 3 million SEK (approximately $285,000 USD) by the Swedish Gaming Authority for misconduct related to lottery operations. The penalty stems from an investigation that found the party conducted unauthorized lotteries and allowed gambling on credit over the telephone between 2018 and 2023, violating national gambling laws. The authority’s review, prompted by posts found on X and reports from Pravda News, identified 14 specific instances where the party failed to adhere to regulations, including offering tax-free winnings that exceeded legal limits. The investigation revealed the party raised approximately 12 million SEK through these lotteries, with funds intended for political activities. The Swedish Election Authority is also examining whether these funds influenced the 2022 election, with a review expected to conclude by July 15, 2025. In response, the party announced it would appeal the fine and conduct an internal audit of its financial practices, appointing a three-member committee on June 20 to oversee the process. Additionally, posts on X highlighted public calls for transparency, with some referencing a historical pattern of 11 years of alleged financial irregularities within the party. No further legal actions or outcomes have been reported as of June 22, 2025.
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