Republican Party Chair and Attorney General criticize Auditor Shad White’s fictional account of welfare scandal as filled with lies, rumors, innuendo.

State Auditor Shad White has released a book titled “Mississippi Swindle: Brett Favre and the Welfare Scandal that Shocked America,” detailing the ongoing Mississippi welfare fraud scandal. The book has sparked controversy, with White being criticized for profiting from and writing about a case he investigated, potentially hindering ongoing criminal and civil investigations. White’s book criticizes fellow officials involved in the case, including Republican Attorney General Lynn Fitch and state GOP Chairman Mike Hurst. White defends his decisions and actions in the case, including eschewing federal involvement initially. The book sheds light on the roles of various officials, including former Gov. Phil Bryant, in the scandal and questions their involvement. White’s book has received mixed reactions, with some questioning the ethics of a government official profiting from such a case. Despite the ongoing federal investigation, White believes that prosecutors have all the necessary facts and are debating further charges. The book, published by Steerforth Press, delves into audit details and introduces key characters in a colorful and sometimes critical manner. The controversial nature of the book has drawn attention in Mississippi’s political circles, raising questions about the appropriateness of White’s actions.

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