David Szakonyi

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David Szakonyi is a co-founder of the Anti-Corruption Data Collective as well as an assistant professor of political science at The George Washington University. Learn more here.

Latest Work

Large Political Donations Came After Paycheck Protection Program Loans

After over 100 businesses received Paycheck Protection Program loans, the companies or their owners made large political contributions.

November 17, 2020

By Nick Schwellenbach and David Szakonyi

How a Ukrainian Oligarch’s Companies Got Paycheck Protection Program Loans

Companies controlled by a Ukrainian billionaire, who owns two homes each worth over $200 million, got Paycheck Protection Program loans meant for small businesses.

August 24, 2020

By Nick Schwellenbach and David Szakonyi

Whistleblowers Said This Company Is a Fake Small Business. It Got a PPP Loan.

Dozens of Companies with Sales over $1 Billion Got Small Business Loans

August 3, 2020

By Nick Schwellenbach and David Szakonyi

Millions in PPP Loans Went to Chinese State-Owned Companies

Two tech companies owned by Chinese state-controlled firms obtained Paycheck Protection Program small business loans.

July 23, 2020

By Nick Schwellenbach and David Szakonyi

Inside the Pandemic Cash Bonanza for Private Equity-Backed Firms

More than 1,300 companies backed by private equity investors received at least $1.5 billion in funds meant to help businesses hard-hit by coronavirus.

July 15, 2020

By Nick Schwellenbach and David Szakonyi

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