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taxpayer-funds
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citizen.co.zapolitics51 days ago
State financial officers report $28 billion returned to taxpayers in 2025
State Financial Officers Foundation President O.J. Oleka said relaxed eligibility rules during the prior administration contributed to increased fraud in government programs. The group documented $5.7 billion in identified waste, fraud and abuse.
foxnews.comworld60 days ago
Vice President Visits Maine To Highlight Anti-Fraud Task Force
The vice president traveled to Bangor, Maine on May 14, 2026 to speak at an event focused on government fraud prevention. Acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling presented examples of improper payments uncovered by the Anti-Fraud Task Force. The visit occurred one day after a rel…
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ABC Newspolitics68 days ago
Rep. Nancy Mace Releases Names From Congressional Sexual Misconduct Settlements
South Carolina Republican Rep. Nancy Mace said she obtained more than 1,000 pages of records from the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights through a subpoena. The documents detail settlements totaling more than $338,000 paid with taxpayer funds over a 10-year period ending in…
Washington Examinerpolitics75 days ago
Reports Highlight Welfare Fraud in Massachusetts and Other States
A Washington Examiner article detailed instances of fraud in Massachusetts welfare programs, including food stamps and Medicaid. It cited audits revealing millions in stolen funds and prosecutions by federal authorities. Similar issues were reported in other states, with reforms…
nypost.combusiness78 days ago
Former Lawmakers Eligible for Pensions Despite Resignations Amid Allegations
Former U.S. congressmen who resigned amid misconduct allegations remain eligible for taxpayer-funded pensions under current rules. A bipartisan bill aims to restrict such benefits for certain crimes or violations. Experts estimate annual pension amounts based on service length.
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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…