A political scandal refers to a highly publicized event or series of events involving misconduct or illegal activities by government officials, often leading to loss of public trust.
Related terms
Corruption: The act of dishonesty or unethical behavior by individuals in power, often involving bribery or misuse of public resources.
Impeachment: The process by which an official, such as a president, is accused and tried for serious misconduct while in office.
Whistleblower: An individual who exposes illegal or unethical practices within an organization or government, often at great personal risk.