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Secretary Rollins elaborated on the scale of fraud within the food stamp program, estimating that between 20% to 30% of the $200 billion annual budget may be lost to fraudulent activities. With almost $66 million in fraudulent transactions linked to the arrested individuals, Rollins stated that these actions are just the “tip of the spear.”
The employee's role in enabling these fraudulent transactions has raised alarms about accountability and compliance within the department. Rollins assured viewers that there would be stricter measures and real consequences for anyone breaking the law, as the administration aims to uphold the integrity of federal programs.