State Auditor Shad White has released a new book, “Mississippi Swindle,” which details the $100 million welfare scandal in Mississippi. The book serves as a roadmap for readers interested in the investigation conducted by White’s office and the court cases that have followed. White’s book covers the misuse of TANF funds by the Mississippi Department of Human Services and key players involved in the scandal.
During a book signing event, White emphasized that the book contains information already known to prosecutors and aims to educate the public about the scandal. Since White’s office released an audit report in 2020 showing the misuse of funds, several individuals and entities, including former NFL player Brett Favre, have been implicated in the scandal. Some defendants, like Nancy and Zachary New, have already pleaded guilty to various charges, while others await prosecution.
White also discusses Favre’s involvement in the scandal in detail, including the amounts he has repaid to the state and the ongoing legal disputes related to the funds owed. The book has been described as a fast-paced account of the scandal and its key players by reviewers. White hopes that by shedding light on the scandal, Mississippians can prevent a similar situation from happening in the future. The book has received positive reviews for exposing corruption and lack of cooperation in the investigation.
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