The U.S. Congress has passed the Foreign Extortion Prevention Act (FEPA), a landmark law that strengthens the fight against global corruption. Unlike previous laws that mainly punished American companies for paying bribes abroad, FEPA now makes it a crime for foreign officials to demand or receive bribes from U.S. individuals or businesses. This shift closes a major loophole in anti-corruption enforcement and promotes fair business practices worldwide. By holding foreign officials accountable, the U.S. takes a firm stance against corruption, sending a clear message that unethical practices will not be tolerated.