Tag: government_benefits
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FinCEN Renews Minnesota Fraud Targeting Order to Combat Billions in Diverted Funds
FinCEN has renewed its Geographic Targeting Order in Minnesota to combat extensive fraud schemes. This measure aims to protect taxpayers by identifying and recovering billions in state and federal funds fraudulently diverted, including money laundered overseas.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsEconomyLegal FinCENMinnesotaGeographic Targeting OrderFraudMoney LaunderingTaxpayersGovernment BenefitsFinancial Crimes Enforcement Network
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Treasury Renews Order to Combat Minnesota Fraud, Target Overseas Money Laundering
FinCEN renewed its Geographic Targeting Order in Minnesota to combat extensive fraud diverting billions in state and federal aid. The order requires enhanced reporting on international money transfers over $3,000 from Hennepin and Ramsey Counties, aiming to recover taxpayer dollars…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentEconomyBankingLegal FinCENGeographic Targeting OrderMinnesotaFraudMoney LaunderingUS TreasuryGovernment Benefits
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Lynn Man Sentenced for Stolen Social Security Benefits and False Statements
A Lynn man received a federal sentence for illegally collecting over $67,000 in Social Security and COVID relief funds intended for a deceased beneficiary. He also submitted false reports to the SSA.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalEconomySocial Issues James C. BurdulisLynn, MassachusettsSocial Security fraudGovernment benefitsFalse statementsSentencingCOVID economic impact paymentsSocial Security Administration
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SSA OIG Reports Multiple Convictions and Charges in Widespread Benefit Fraud Cases
The SSA OIG announced several cases of Social Security and government benefit fraud, involving deceased beneficiaries, identity theft, and concealed income, leading to charges, pleas, and sentencings across various locations.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesEconomy Social Security FraudIdentity TheftGovernment BenefitsWire FraudRepresentative PayeeMassachusettsGuamSocial Security Administration
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Direct Express Program Transitions to Fifth Third Bank for Federal Benefit Payments
The Direct Express program is transitioning its financial agent to Fifth Third Bank, effective May 18, 2026, for new enrollments. Existing Comerica Bank accounts will migrate in phases, with no immediate impact on current beneficiaries.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentBankingEconomySocial Issues Social Security AdministrationDirect ExpressFifth Third BankComerica BankElectronic PaymentsGovernment BenefitsFinancial Services