Federal investigators are probing a potential scandal that could implicate Los Angeles Dodgers owner Mark Walter in illegal fundraising practices tied to his 2012 purchase of the franchise. The inquiry focuses on whether Walter concealed the true sources of the capital used to outbid rivals and whether any violations of securities or money‑laundering laws occurred. Adding a high‑profile twist, NBA legend and Dodgers co‑owner Magic Johnson has been drawn into the controversy, prompting questions about his role and knowledge of the deal. In a recent segment, NPR’s William Brangham and investigative reporter Pablo Torre unpack the emerging details, examining documents, testimonies and the broader implications for the team’s ownership structure.
A controversy is brewing involving the Los Angeles Dodgers, owner Mark Walter and NBA legend Magic Johnson. Federal investigators have been looking into whether Walter broke the law in how he raised the money and disclosed the source of those funds when he won the bidding war for ownership of the Dodgers. William Brangham discussed more with Pablo Torre, who has been uncovering details.
