Event Brief
Federal prosecutor calls California a fraudster’s paradise
Filed: Jun 13, 2026 at 5:02 PM ET
Summary: First Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli warned California officials could face charges for enabling fraud.
WHO: Bill Essayli, First Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Central District of California
WHAT: Essayli called California a 'fraudster's paradise' and warned state officials could face federal charges.
WHEN: Jun 13, 2026 at 4:26 PM ET
WHERE: California
WHY: He was reacting to concerns about officials enabling fraud and warning that federal investigators would prosecute.
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