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Originally Published 2 days ago — by Politico
A judge blocked Trump's attempt to freeze a $10 billion welfare fund, ruling that the administration overstepped its authority by trying to withhold funds already appropriated by Congress, amid allegations of fraud and waste in welfare programs.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Law & Crime
Former NFL quarterback Brett Favre is being called upon by the Mississippi State Auditor’s Office to repay roughly $730,000 for welfare funds he allegedly misspent, on top of the $1.1 million he was previously ordered to repay. The funds were reportedly received improperly for "speaking fees" and other projects, with involvement from former Mississippi Department of Human Services officials. Favre has repaid $1.1 million but still owes the remaining amount due to accrued interest, and has faced legal challenges in defamation lawsuits against other parties.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Front Office Sports
Brett Favre allegedly knew that the transfer of welfare funds to his pet projects was illegal, according to text messages revealed in a filing by the Mississippi Department of Human Services. Favre has denied knowingly obtaining welfare funds and has filed defamation lawsuits against Shannon Sharpe and Pat McAfee. Favre's ties to the welfare money and whether he knew the funds were from Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) have been previously reported. Favre invested over $250,000 in a now-defunct pharmaceutical company that received $1.7 million in TANF funds. Favre's image has been damaged, leading to several brands and media companies to pause deals with him.