The United States has long been identified as a significant hub for organized crime, with an estimated $300 billion laundered annually. Critics argue that money laundering in the U.S. real estate sector has been tacitly supported by the government for decades. Recent discussions suggest that proposed changes to anti-money laundering and corruption enforcement may exacerbate the issue. Some commentators have described the current climate as a 'golden age for corruption' and 'crony capitalism,' raising concerns about the effectiveness of ongoing efforts to combat these practices.