U.S. sanctioned 70 global human rights abusers in 2024
Published Date: 3/19/2025
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Summary
In 2024, the U.S. used the Global Magnitsky Act to punish 70 foreign people involved in serious human rights abuses and corruption, making a total of over 740 punished worldwide. These actions targeted bad actors in 19 countries, focusing on issues like violence against women, forced labor, and corruption. This powerful tool helps the U.S. promote justice globally and protect human rights without spending extra money or changing laws.
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 4 costs, 0 mixed.
Economic Sanctions and Asset Blocking Applied
The report states that the Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the Secretary of State and the Attorney General, imposed economic sanctions on the listed 70 foreign persons pursuant to Executive Order 13818, which is titled 'Blocking the Property of Persons Involved in Serious Human Rights Abuse or Corruption.' Being designated under E.O. 13818 subjects those persons to economic sanctions and blocking of property.
70 People Sanctioned in 2024
In 2024, the United States designated 70 foreign people under the Global Magnitsky sanctions program, bringing the total number of people sanctioned under the program to over 740. The 2024 designations targeted individuals and entities in more than 19 countries and focused on corruption and human rights abuses such as forced labor, arbitrary detention, and violence against women and girls.
Visa and Entry Restrictions Imposed
Persons designated pursuant to E.O. 13818 are subject to entry restrictions under the order and Presidential Proclamation 8693. The Department of State also reported using other authorities in 2024, including Presidential Proclamation 7750 and Section 7031(c), to impose visa restrictions when appropriate.
Coordinated Sanctions With Allies
The report states the United States prioritized coordinated sanctions actions in 2024 with partners and allies, including Australia, Canada, the European Union, and the United Kingdom, and supported designations at the United Nations. Several listed U.S. designations were reinforced or synchronized with partner actions on specific dates in 2024.
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