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benefit fraud
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politics4 days ago
Federal Strike Team Sent to New York as State Recovers 25% of Pandemic Unemployment Fraud
The federal team targets nearly $1 billion in COVID-era unemployment benefit fraud in the state. New York recorded $507 million in fraudulent payments in 2025 alone.
tass.compolitics83 days ago
Senate Republicans Introduce Bill Package to Combat Federal Benefit Fraud
Republican senators have proposed legislation aimed at reducing fraud in federal programs. The package targets issues in areas such as COVID relief and Medicaid. It seeks to save significant taxpayer funds through various reforms.
techcentral.co.zaworld86 days ago
Justice Department Establishes New Fraud Division, Directs U.S. Attorneys to Assign Prosecutors
The Justice Department's National Fraud Enforcement Division issued a memo requiring each U.S. attorney's office to detail a local prosecutor for nationwide fraud enforcement. This follows an invitation for $300 million in grants to hire special assistants targeting public benefi…
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Retired Inspector General Testifies on AI and Stolen Identities in Federal Benefit Fraud
A retired inspector general informed Congress that criminals purchase stolen identities cheaply and use AI to file fraudulent claims in federal benefit programs. The testimony addressed fraud in programs such as unemployment, Medicaid, and food assistance. Officials have estimate…