Stop the E-ZPass Betrayal: New Jersey’s Data Deserves American Protection
New Jersey drivers, buckle up—because your personal data, travel habits, and daily routines are on the verge of being handed over to a foreign company with troubling ties to the Chinese Communist…
Scott Township Man Pleads Guilty in $3,8 Million Fraud on the Payroll Protection Program
PITTSBURGH, PA – A suburban Pittsburgh resident pleaded guilty in federal court to charges of bank fraud and money laundering, United States Attorney Cindy K. Chung announced today. Randy Frasinelli, age 66,…
Two arrested in $39M personal protection equipment fraud scheme
HOUSTON – Two suburban Houston men have been charged with conspiracy to commit and committing wire fraud during the COVID-19 pandemic involving medical-grade nitrile gloves, announced U.S. Attorney Jennifer B. Lowery. Authorities…
Justice Department, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, and Three State Attorneys General Reach Settlements With Trident Mortgage Company To Resolve Lending Discrimination Claims
PHILADELPHIA – United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced that the Department of Justice, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), and the Attorneys General of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware announced today…
Second Man Sentenced to Federal Prison in Paycheck Protection Program Fraud Scheme
A Virginia man who laundered over $900,000 in fraudulently obtained Paycheck Protection Program loan proceeds was sentenced on July 20, 2022, to more than three years in federal prison. Benjamin Sakyi, age…
Second Man Sentenced to Federal Prison in Paycheck Protection Program Fraud Scheme
A Virginia man who laundered over $900,000 in fraudulently obtained Paycheck Protection Program loan proceeds was sentenced on July 20, 2022, to more than three years in federal prison. Benjamin Sakyi, age…
Former mayoral candidate sentenced for stealing from the Paycheck Protection Program
ATLANTA – Olivia Ware, a former mayoral candidate for the City of Conyers, has been sentenced to prison for using a company she started to steal over $323,000 from the Paycheck Protection…
Former mayoral candidate sentenced for stealing from the Paycheck Protection Program
ATLANTA – Olivia Ware, a former mayoral candidate for the City of Conyers, has been sentenced to prison for using a company she started to steal over $323,000 from the Paycheck Protection…
Evictions On the Rise Now that Pandemic Protection Has Ended
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – After Governor Phil Murphy’s pandemic eviction moratorium ended on December 31st, eviction caseloads across the state have been piling up. While many New Jersey families continue to struggle…
Former Bangor Business Owner Pleads Guilty to Paycheck Protection Plan (PPP) Loan Fraud
BANGOR, Maine: A Skowhegan man pleaded guilty today in federal court to a bank fraud scheme arising from his applications for Paycheck Protection Plan (PPP) loans, U.S. Attorney Darcie N. McElwee announced.…
Brooklyn Man Sentenced to 72 Months in Prison for $1.9 Million Paycheck Protection Program Fraud
Earlier today, in federal court in Brooklyn, Leon Miles was sentenced by United States District Judge Brian M. Cogan to 72 months in prison following his guilty plea to making false statements…
California Man Pleads Guilty For $3.6 Million Paycheck Protection Program And Economic Injury Disaster Loan Fraud
SAN FRANCISO –Lebnitz Tran pleaded guilty to criminal charges related to a scheme to submit fraudulent loan applications seeking millions of dollars in Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loan…
US Chamber Of Commerce Targets Biden’s Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Director In Ad Campaign
US Chamber Of Commerce Targets Biden’s Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Director In Ad Campaign Gabe Kaminsky on June 29, 2022 The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is targeting the director of a federal…
Couple who Fraudulently Obtained Almost $743,000 in Paycheck Protection Program Loan Scheme Pleads Guilty in Federal Court
A Tulsa couple who fraudulently applied for approximately $2.7 million in Paycheck Protection Program Loans pleaded guilty this week in federal court, announced U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson. Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans…
St. Paul Man Sentenced to Prison for $841,000 COVID-Relief Scheme to Defraud the Small Business Administration’s Paycheck Protection Program
ST. PAUL, Minn. – A St. Paul man was sentenced to 81 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for fraud, money laundering, and aggravated identity theft in connection…
Woman Sentenced for Leading a Paycheck Protection Program Loan Scheme
A Tulsa woman who led two others in a scheme to apply for almost $800,000 in Paycheck Protection Program loans guaranteed by the Small Business Administration under the CARES Act was sentenced…
New York And Florida Resident Sentenced To 51 Months In Prison For $6.8 Million Paycheck Protection Program Fraud Scheme
NEWARK, N.J. – A dual New York and Florida resident was sentenced today to 51 months in prison for his role in a scheme to fraudulently obtain federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)…
Grand Jury Charges Memphis Woman Who Allegedly Bought Maserati Luxury Automobile and Other Personal Items with Fraudulently Obtained Paycheck Protection Loans
Memphis, TN – A Memphis woman was charged for her role in a fraudulent scheme to obtain thousands of dollars in federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans for herself and others. Joseph…
Birmingham Man Arrested for Possession of a Firearm While Subject to Protection From Abuse Order
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – A federal indictment has been unsealed after a Birmingham man was arrested on Monday on gun charges, announced U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms,…
Richmond Man Pleads Guilty to $1 Million Paycheck Protection Program Fraud Scheme
RICHMOND, Va. – A Richmond man pleaded guilty today to defrauding the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) of over $1 million in funds intended for small businesses affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic. According…
California Couple Charged with Defrauding Paycheck Protection Program
HONOLULU – A federal grand jury returned a four-count indictment today against Christopher A. Mazzei, age 44, and Erin V. Mazzei, age 41, of Arroyo Grande, California. The indictment charges the defendants…