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The Informant, by New York Times investigative reporter Kurt Eichenwald, follows the true story of Mark Whitacre, a senior executive at Archer Daniels Midland who secretly recorded a widespread corruption conspiracy. Using Whitacre and a small FBI team, the agency uncovered ADM’s scheme to siphon millions from customers across five continents. The book details stakeouts, wiretaps, and global recordings that the FBI used to build its case, while also exploring Whitacre’s hidden agenda and the complex dynamics among ADM’s board, federal prosecutors, and White House officials. With meticulous research, it offers a page‑turning, real‑life thriller that illustrates the power struggles and betrayals within corporate America and the federal legal system.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Business & Economics/Business Management
Authors: Kurt Eichenwald
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