China expels 2 former defense ministers from its ruling Communist Party over graft allegations. China has expelled two former defense ministers, Li Shangfu and Wei Fenghe, from the ruling Communist Party due to corruption accusations likely to result in life imprisonment. Li Shangfu, removed from office in October 2023 after a two-month disappearance, is accused of abusing his authority and taking bribes. Wei Fenghe, under investigation since September, allegedly violated political and organizational discipline by accepting large bribes in exchange for favors. Both face prosecution by the People's Liberation Army's justice system. President Xi Jinping, also head of the armed forces, has made anti-corruption a key focus of his rule, leading to multiple purges within the military.