**US Congressman Reveals List of Georgian Individuals to Face Sanctions**
In a move aimed at curbing the influence of what he calls a “mafia gang,” US Congressman Joe Wilson has released a list of Georgian individuals who will be subject to sanctions under the “MEGOBARI Act.” The list, published on social media platform X, includes high-ranking government officials, business leaders, and media personalities.
The MEGOBARI Act, which was passed in the House of Representatives, targets individuals who aid in the state capture of Georgia by Bidzina Ivanishvili, a billionaire businessman and politician. Wilson claims that Ivanishvili’s actions are aligned with those of China, Iran, and Russia, and that he seeks to undermine democracy in Georgia.
**Targeted Individuals**
The list includes prominent figures from various sectors:
* **Executive and Law Enforcement Bodies**: Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze, Mayor of Tbilisi Kakha Kaladze, and Minister of Internal Affairs Vakhtang Gomelauri are among those named.
* **Legislative**: Speaker of Parliament Shalva Papuashvili, Deputy Speaker Nino Tsilosani, and Leader of the Parliamentary Majority Mamuka Mdinaradze are also included.
* **Judiciary**: Chairman of Tbilisi Court of Appeals Mikheil Chinchaladze and Member of the High Council of Justice Levan Murusidze are targeted.
* **Key Institutions**: Prosecutor General Giorgi Gabitashvili, Head of the Special Investigation Service Karlo Katsitadze, and President of the National Bank of Georgia Natia Turnava make the list.
**Business and Propaganda Figures**
Ucha Mamatsashvili, Ivane Chkhartishvili, and Otar Romanov-Fartsakhaladze are among business leaders named in the list. Irakli Rukhadze, owner of main propaganda channel Imedi TV, is also included.
Wilson’s move aims to send a strong message that supporting free and fair elections is crucial for Georgia’s democratic future. The sanctions will be enforced under the MEGOBARI Act, which aims to curb the influence of what he calls a “mafia gang.”
**Background**
The MEGOBARI Act was passed in response to concerns over the erosion of democracy in Georgia. Wilson has long been critical of Ivanishvili’s actions and claims that his regime is undermining democratic institutions.
The sanctions will be enforced under the MEGOBARI Act, which aims to curb the influence of what he calls a “mafia gang.” The move has sparked debate among Georgians, with some hailing it as a necessary measure to protect democracy and others criticizing it as an overreach of US authority.
Wilson’s efforts are seen by many as part of a broader effort to safeguard democracy in Georgia.
