Behind the Fallout From the Malaysia Fund Scandal

The transcript discusses a major financial scandal involving Tim Leissner, a former Goldman Sachs executive, and the Malaysian sovereign wealth fund 1MDB. It compares the situation to a hypothetical scenario in the US, highlighting the involvement of Goldman Sachs in issuing debt for 1MDB and the political implications for Malaysia's Prime Minister Najib. The discussion also touches on the missing funds and the complex relationship between money and power, particularly in the context of international finance and politics.

What is the significance of the $600 million mentioned in relation to President Obama?

What was the relationship between Najib and Tim Leissner in the context of the scandal?

How did Goldman Sachs benefit from the 1MDB bond deals?

What are the implications of the missing $4 billion from 1MDB?

Who is Tim Leissner and what role did he play in the Goldman Sachs dealings?