Harry Morel, a former Louisiana district attorney pleaded guilty to one charge of obstraction of justice. Morel was investigated for sexual abused of at least 20 women, whom solicited for sex in exchange for legal help.

Rape victim, Madi Barney, 19 drafted a petition to change Brigham Young University's honor code. Barney was faces punishement for violating the sexual misconduct policy of the school, which outraged students.

Newmont Mining, one of the biggest gold producers, has commenced its investigations into some external business operations. The investigation comprises an evaluation of agreement that complies with the US Foreign Corrupt practices Act.