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justice22 hours ago

Text messages reveal ex-welfare chief pitched personal profits with wrestler in Mississippi scheme

In a Jackson federal trial, former Mississippi Department of Human Services director John Davis testified that he and former WWE star Ted DiBiase Jr. discussed using millions in federal welfare funds for their own gain, including texting about “money bags.” DiBiase faces charges including conspiracy, wire fraud, theft and money laundering, while Davis has pleaded guilty and is cooperating. The case centers on roughly $100 million in TANF funds diverted from 2016–2020 and broader questions about oversight and access within the welfare program.

via Mississippi Today|
#justice#mississippi#ted-dibiase-jr
sports2 years ago

Ted DiBiase Sr. Addresses Son's Arrest and Welfare Fund Scandal.

WWE Hall of Famer Ted DiBiase Sr has made a statement following his son Ted DiBiase Jr's arrest on charges of misappropriation of government funds, wire fraud, conspiracy, and money laundering. The statement, which has since been deleted, thanked fans for their support and asked for prayers during this difficult time. It remains to be seen what will happen to DiBiase Jr amidst this public scandal.

via Cultaholic|
#arrest#scandal#sports
sports2 years ago

Ted DiBiase Sr. Addresses Son's Arrest and Welfare Fraud Charges

WWE Hall of Famer Ted DiBiase Sr. apologized for an insensitive tweet and issued a statement regarding his son Ted DiBiase Jr.'s arrest for allegedly misappropriating millions of dollars in federal safety-net funds. DiBiase Jr. faces multiple charges, including wire fraud and money laundering, and could face up to 120 years in prison if found guilty. DiBiase Sr., who was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2010, currently works for the WWE in the Legends division.

via NJ.com|
#apology#fraud#sports
crime2 years ago

Ted DiBiase Jr. charged in Mississippi welfare scandal involving theft of millions.

Former WWE wrestler Ted DiBiase Jr. has been charged for his involvement in the largest corruption case in the history of Mississippi, which involves the misappropriation of roughly $77 million intended for low-income families. DiBiase allegedly obtained federal funds and misappropriated the money for his own personal use, including buying a vehicle, a boat, and a house. He is facing charges of conspiracy, wire fraud, theft, and money laundering. Other high-profile figures involved in the scandal include NFL legend Brett Favre and DiBiase's brother and father.

via CBS Sports|
#corruption#crime#fraud
crime2 years ago

Ted DiBiase Jr. Charged in Mississippi Welfare Scandal Involving Millions

Ted DiBiase Jr., son of former pro wrestler Ted DiBiase Sr., has been charged with multiple counts of wire fraud, money laundering, and theft concerning programs receiving federal funds in Mississippi. DiBiase allegedly misappropriated millions of dollars in federal safety-net funds intended for needy families and low-income individuals. He could face up to 120 years in prison if found guilty on all charges. The welfare scandal has also ensnared other high-profile figures, including retired NFL quarterback Brett Favre.

via New York Post |
#crime#mississippi#money-laundering
crime2 years ago

Wrestling Legend's Son Charged with Theft of Welfare Funds

Former pro-wrestler Ted DiBiase Jr. and three co-conspirators are accused of stealing millions of dollars from federal aid programs intended to support needy families in Mississippi. Prosecutors allege that DiBiase used the funds to buy a boat, make a down payment on a house, and other personal expenses. He is now facing federal charges of theft, wire fraud, and money laundering.

via Insider|
#crime#federal-funds#money-laundering
crime2 years ago

Ted DiBiase Jr. Faces Decades in Prison for Mississippi Welfare Fraud

Former WWE wrestler Ted DiBiase Jr. has been charged with misappropriating millions in federal safety net funds for needy families and low-income individuals in Mississippi. DiBiase, along with co-conspirators, allegedly fraudulently obtained federal funds, including from the Emergency Food Assistance Program and the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program. If convicted, he faces a maximum penalty of five to 20 years in prison. DiBiase's brother, former pro wrestler Brett DiBiase, has pleaded guilty to state and federal charges tied to the case. The welfare misspending scandal has ensnared high-profile figures, including retired NFL quarterback Brett Favre.

via The Hill|
#brett-dibiase#crime#mississippi
crime2 years ago

Ted DiBiase Jr. Charged with Stealing Millions in Welfare Scandal.

Former WWE Tag Team Champion Ted DiBiase Jr. has been charged with multiple felonies, including conspiracy to commit wire fraud and theft concerning programs receiving federal funds, as well as money laundering. DiBiase and his co-conspirators are accused of fraudulently obtaining federal funds intended for needy and low-income families and using the money for personal benefit. DiBiase allegedly used the funds to buy a car, a boat, and make a down payment on a home. He faces up to 20 years in prison for each of the wire fraud charges and up to 10 years for each count of theft concerning programs receiving federal funds and money laundering.

via MLive.com|
#crime#federal-funds#fraud
crime2 years ago

Ted DiBiase Jr. Faces Decades in Prison for Welfare Scandal and Theft Charges

Former WWE wrestler Ted DiBiase Jr. has been charged with multiple felonies related to a welfare fraud scandal in Mississippi, which also involved NFL legend Brett Favre. DiBiase, along with his father and brother, allegedly received millions of dollars in welfare money in exchange for services that were not provided. DiBiase Jr. allegedly received over $3 million in federal anti-poverty funds to conduct leadership training and support inner-city youth, but the services were reportedly not provided. Favre was allegedly paid $1.1 million for speaking engagements that he did not complete.

via Bleacher Report|
#brett-favre#crime#mississippi
crime2 years ago

Mississippi Welfare Fraud Scandal: Another Former Athlete Charged.

Former professional wrestler Ted DiBiase Jr. has been charged with fraudulently obtaining federal funds intended for needy families in Mississippi. DiBiase, along with former Mississippi Department of Human Services Executive Director John Davis and others, is accused of misappropriating millions of dollars for personal use. DiBiase allegedly used the funds to buy a vehicle, a boat, and a house. He faces multiple charges, including conspiracy to commit wire fraud and theft of federal funds, and could face up to 20 years in prison for each wire fraud count if convicted.

via WAPT Jackson|
#crime#federal-funds#fraud