Federal Prosecutors Charge 3 with Stealing M in Homelessness Aid in Southern California

Federal Prosecutors Charge 3 with Stealing $12M in Homelessness Aid in Southern California

Three individuals face fraud charges for misusing $12 million in homelessness aid, including luxury purchases and real estate investments. Trump administrati...

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September 17, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Los Angeles, United States — Federal prosecutors have charged three individuals with stealing $12 million in federal and state homelessness aid, allegedly using the funds to buy real estate, take luxury trips, and purchase vintage vehicles.

The case marks the second such arrest in Southern California this week as the Trump administration emphasizes a crackdown on fraud and waste in government programs. On Tuesday, 12 people were charged with stealing over $10 million in federal childcare aid.

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The three defendants worked for or ran nonprofit organizations that provided aid to homeless individuals. Prosecutors allege they misused funds for personal expenses, accepted bribes, and billed for services that were never provided. The case has sparked criticism of the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority for its handling of taxpayer dollars.

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