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Massachusetts Auditor Sues Leaders Over $12M Fraud Transparency

2/15/2026

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Massachusetts State Auditor Diana DiZoglio sues legislative leaders to enforce a voter-approved audit law after uncovering nearly $12 million in alleged fraud in public assistance programs.
She says the legislature, governor's office, and court system exempt themselves from public records law, hindering transparency.
Massachusetts Attorney General contends DiZoglio lacks authority to file the lawsuit, stating it bypasses necessary approvals.
DiZoglio hopes the court will support the voters' decision for transparency.

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Massachusetts State Auditor Diana DiZoglio sues legislative leaders to enforce a voter-approved audit law after uncovering nearly $12 million in alleged fraud in public assistance programs.
She says the legislature, governor's office, and court system exempt themselves from public records law, hindering transparency.
Massachusetts Attorney General contends DiZoglio lacks authority to file the lawsuit, stating it bypasses necessary approvals.
DiZoglio hopes the court will support the voters' decision for transparency.