The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is responsible for enforcing U.S. economic and trade sanctions against individuals, businesses, and foreign entities that pose a threat to national security or violate U.S. laws. Sanctions are designed to restrict financial and commercial transactions with targeted parties.  Federal prosecutors charge individuals and businesses based on allegations that they have attempted to evade these restrictions by misrepresenting sources of funds, using shell companies, or exporting prohibited goods without the required