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US Restricts State Childcare Payments on Minnesota Fraud Claims

The Trump administration is increasing scrutiny of childcare payments to all states following allegations of fraud linked to daycare centers in Minnesota, expanding its efforts to identify any illicit activity in government programs.

First Brands Founder Likely to Plead Fifth in Jefferies Inquiry

First Brands Group founder Patrick James said he’d likely plead his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination if compelled to answer questions from Jefferies Financial Group at an upcoming deposition, citing a federal criminal investigation into the bankrupt auto parts supplier.

Texas Election Integrity Law Challenge Weakened but Can Proceed

A challenge to a robust election integrity law Texas Republicans passed after the 2020 election can proceed, a federal appeals court ruled Wednesday, finding that Secretary of State Jane Nelson (R) lacks immunity against some provisions it says her office enforces.

Billions Zapped Away With Tax Cheating Software

Some restaurants and bars are skimming $30 billion dollars in sales tax annually through software called a tax zapper. We explain what zappers are, how they work, and how to put an end to them.