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Trump Administration Anticipates More Charges in California Homeless Fraud

1/9/2026

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The U.S. President Donald Trump administration says more charges are expected in the fraud inquiry into California's homelessness services.
Federal prosecutor Bill Essayli criticized Governor Gavin Newsom for a lack of oversight.
A report found California mismanaged $24 billion intended for homelessness, accusing two real estate executives of corruption.
Newsom's office countered that he blocked significant fraud and criticized the investigation as politically motivated.

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The U.S. President Donald Trump administration says more charges are expected in the fraud inquiry into California's homelessness services.
Federal prosecutor Bill Essayli criticized Governor Gavin Newsom for a lack of oversight.
A report found California mismanaged $24 billion intended for homelessness, accusing two real estate executives of corruption.
Newsom's office countered that he blocked significant fraud and criticized the investigation as politically motivated.