Trump Administration Unveils New DOJ Division to Tackle 'Rampant' Fraud Across the US
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The Trump administration has launched a new division at the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to combat what the White House calls 'rampant' fraud across the country. The division, National Fraud Enforcement, will focus on enforcing federal laws against fraud targeting government programs, businesses, nonprofits, and private citizens nationwide. Critics, however, have accused the Trump administration of using fraud allegations as a pretext to target immigrants and political opponents. They point to the administration's history of pardoning individuals convicted of fraud, including those who have received high-profile pardons. The new division will be led by an assistant attorney general responsible for investigating, prosecuting, and remedying fraud affecting the federal government, federally funded programs, and private citizens. The official will also advise the U.S. attorney general and deputy attorney general on significant fraud investigations and related policy matters. In recent weeks, the Trump administration has singled out states such as Minnesota, alleging widespread fraud in the welfare system and social-service programs. However, rights and immigration advocates say the administration has exaggerated isolated examples and used them to engage in federal overreach. The administration's efforts to tackle fraud have been met with skepticism, particularly given the recent decision to freeze over $10 billion in federal funds to several states, including California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, and New York, citing fraud concerns. The states have since sued the Trump administration over the move. The Trump administration's approach to addressing fraud has been criticized for being politically motivated, with some accusing the administration of using it as a means to target its opponents. The new DOJ division is likely to be closely watched, with many wondering whether it will live up to its promise of tackling 'rampant' fraud across the US.
