THE TYCOON WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD: Fugitive Chinese billionaire may have requested U.S. political asylum.

Citing court-related documents, Boxun reported Guo applied for a visa to the United States multiple times, but after failing to meet certain immigration standards, forged documents with his attorney in order to obtain a visa.

Boxun, known in China for its muckraking journalism, has reported its staff has received threats from Guo and other disgraced officials, including the former deputy director of China’s national security bureau.

The billionaire’s troubles began when reports in China suggested he had been using illegal means to throw business rivals in prison.

Guo, who is believed to have reached the United States at the end of 2014, has become increasingly vocal about corruption among Chinese officials.

The Chinese businessman, whose wealth is estimated to be about $2.2 billion, has been linked to fallen officials in Beijing.

Developing, as they say.