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Trump Alleges $76.5B Fraud in California Audit Findings

12/26/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump shared Newsmax reporting on Truth Social alleging $76.5 billion in fraud and mismanagement in California under Governor Gavin Newsom.
A California state auditor's 92-page report identified eight agencies at high fraud risk, including CalFresh.
The audit warned of potential $2.5 billion in additional costs from improper payments.
The report also raised concerns about COVID-19 relief funding and infrastructure spending, including the $18 billion high-speed rail project.

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U.S. President Donald Trump shared Newsmax reporting on Truth Social alleging $76.5 billion in fraud and mismanagement in California under Governor Gavin Newsom.
A California state auditor's 92-page report identified eight agencies at high fraud risk, including CalFresh.
The audit warned of potential $2.5 billion in additional costs from improper payments.
The report also raised concerns about COVID-19 relief funding and infrastructure spending, including the $18 billion high-speed rail project.