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… OIG respectively began reporting on heightened risks of fraud and found similar fraud indicators. The two OIGs found that billions of dollars … an opportunity to collaborate on data matching to mitigate fraud. SBA OIG made three recommendations – two to facilitate …

… Torre, 42, of Draper, Utah, pleaded guilty to wire fraud, and possession of stolen mail on April 10, 2025. In … during the COVID-19 pandemic, is significant and his fraud and will not go unpunished,” said Acting U.S. Attorney … prosecuted the case. Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) The Fraud Section leads the Criminal Division's prosecution of …

… the SBA as a key ally in the agency’s fight to eliminate fraud, waste, and abuse,” said Administrator Kelly Loeffler. … federal contracting programs, we will expose and end the fraud – to ensure our programs only benefit legitimate, … conduct independent and objective oversight that combats fraud, waste, and abuse while promoting the efficiency, …

… several layers of controls to prevent or reduce fraud from foreign countries, individuals at foreign IP … from foreign IP addresses are an indication of potential fraud that may involve international criminal organizations. … officials were aware of and concerned about the potential fraud from overseas. We recommended the agency thoroughly …

… was sentenced today to 18 months’ imprisonment for wire fraud and money laundering after he engaged in a scheme to … “This sentence reflects the FBI’s commitment to uncovering fraud and ensuring that those who steal from the public are … Office for the District of Utah prosecuted the case. The Fraud Section leads the Criminal Division's prosecution of …

… the officers’ legal responsibility to report suspected fraud, waste, and abuse. “Our 8(a) contracting officers have … – that we will no longer tolerate the self-dealing and fraud that was allowed to proliferate under the Biden … of Justice (DOJ) investigation  uncovered  a years-long fraud and bribery scheme involving a former federal …

… pleading guilty in federal court to five counts of wire fraud, three counts of making a false statement, six counts of money laundering, and three counts of bankruptcy fraud in connection with a scheme to defraud the Small … the COVID pandemic, and then followed that up with further fraud during subsequent bankruptcy proceedings. My office …

… The Trump SBA is also cracking down on widespread fraud and abuse in the 8(a) Program to further ensure … outlining the penalties for failing to report suspected fraud, waste, and abuse within the 8(a) Program. In October …  numerous 8(a) contractors following allegations of fraud involving more than $253 million in previously issued …

… to constitute “authorized” conduct under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act. If legal action is initiated by a third …

… of Justice (DOJ) investigation uncovered a years-long fraud and bribery scheme involving a former federal … SBA’s 8(a) Business Development Program has seen rampant fraud – and increasingly egregious instances of abuse,” said … to recover misused funds. Anyone with information about fraud, waste, mismanagement, or misconduct may report it to …

… today after pleading guilty to four counts of bank fraud, announced U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson. U.S. District … U.S. Attorney David Whipple prosecuted the case. The Fraud Section leads the Criminal Division's prosecution of fraud schemes that exploit the Paycheck Protection Program …

… were sentenced after pleading guilty to COVID-19 relief fraud. Chief United States District Judge Stanley A. Bastian … Larsen, of Pasco, Washington, has pleaded guilty to wire fraud and will be sentenced July 30, 2025, in Yakima. On … in Charge, Tim Larson. “SBA OIG continues to prioritize fraud investigations involving pandemic-era programs, working …

… of Salt Lake City, pleaded guilty in December 2025 to wire fraud. According to court documents and statements made at … prosecuted the case. Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) The Fraud Section leads the Criminal Division's prosecution of fraud schemes that exploit the Paycheck Protection Program …

… include: ETRAN updates, Validation error resolution, Fraud Risk Framework, Credit Alert Verification Reporting …

… Administrator Guzman on President Biden’s Pandemic Anti-Fraud Proposal WASHINGTON – Today, Administrator Isabella … the following statement on President Biden’s sweeping anti-fraud proposal: “President Biden and Vice President Harris … While the previous administration skipped basic fraud controls in the Paycheck Protection Program and the …

… U.S. District Judge Todd W. Robinson explained that the “fraud was pervasive” and “it is hard to understate in terms … with one count of conspiracy and two counts of major fraud against the United States. Flores went to trial and was … exploit positions of trust are held fully accountable." “Fraud and bribery have no place in SBA programs. SBA-OIG is …

… pandemic relief spending and to prevent and detect waste, fraud, and abuse across federal programs. SBA OIG has played … Supported criminal investigations related to pandemic fraud Contributed to significant recoveries, seizures, and … the scale, complexity, and consequences of pandemic relief fraud. As PRAC Chairman, I am committed to ensuring rigorous …

… controls and limited oversight increased the risk of fraud. We found non-bank PPP lenders made $14.2 billion in … loans involving service providers had a suspected fraud rate more than three times higher than loans made … is vital to ensuring program integrity and mitigating fraud risk and financial loss. We made six recommendations …

… programs of the past. Prioritizing risk management and fraud prevention by centralizing these functions within the … (PPP) and Covid Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) fraud was ignored for four years. Meanwhile, irresponsible …