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Tuesday, June 24, 2025

State watchdog uncovers $7.2M in fraudulent PPP claims by Illinois employees

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State Representative Dan Ugaste (IL) | Representative Dan Ugaste (R) 65th District

State Representative Dan Ugaste (IL) | Representative Dan Ugaste (R) 65th District

A state watchdog has uncovered $7.2 million in fraudulent claims related to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) made by Illinois state employees. The investigation is ongoing and has so far identified over 275 cases of alleged misconduct.

The findings have raised concerns about the integrity of financial aid distribution during the pandemic, highlighting potential vulnerabilities in the system designed to support businesses affected by COVID-19.

Authorities are continuing their efforts to address these issues and ensure accountability among those involved.

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