Notable win
Pay for tips that catch fraud
On Oct. 20 the administration announced a $25 million Justice Department program that pays whistleblowers up to $30,000 for tips on fraud against federal programs.
Why you should care
Many fraud cases start with a tip from someone on the inside, and an award gives that person a reason to come forward. The White House's running total of fraud “uncovered” is an estimate, not money recovered.
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