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"Brett Favre Faces Legal Action Over Misspent Welfare Funds in Mississippi"

Mississippi's state auditor is demanding nearly $730,000 from retired NFL quarterback Brett Favre, alleging that he improperly received welfare money for projects he supported. The money was intended for the state's poorest residents but was used for a volleyball arena and a concussion treatment drug. Favre has repaid $1.1 million but still owes $729,790 due to interest. The auditor's demand is part of an ongoing legal battle, which includes defamation lawsuits filed by Favre against the auditor and two sportscasters. Despite no criminal charges, several individuals have pleaded guilty to their involvement in the misspending.