Bill Browder is an American-British financier, political activist, and author, known for his work in finance and his advocacy for human rights, particularly in Russia. He was the CEO of Hermitage Capital Management, which was once the largest foreign investment fund in Russia. Browder became a prominent critic of the Russian government following the death of his lawyer, Sergei Magnitsky, in a Moscow prison in 2009. Magnitsky was arrested after uncovering large-scale corruption involving Russian officials.
In response to Magnitsky's death, Browder lobbied for the passage of the Magnitsky Act in the United States, which imposes sanctions on Russian officials implicated in human rights abuses. His activism has made him a target of the Russian government, leading to his being banned from Russia and facing legal challenges. Browder has authored a book titled "Red Notice: A True Story of High Finance, Murder, and One Man's Fight for Justice," which details his experiences in Russia and his fight against corruption.
Browder's work has garnered significant international attention, and he remains an influential figure in discussions about human rights and corruption in Russia.
