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Massachusetts State Representative Charged with COVID Relief Fraud

Massachusetts State Representative Francisco Paulino was arrested on charges of COVID relief fraud, facing 11 counts including pandemic loan fraud and money laundering. U.S. Attorney Leah Foley stated that Paulino allegedly obtained over $700,000 in federal funds for personal use. This arrest follows the similar arrest of Lawrence Mayor Brian DePeña on related charges.

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Massachusetts State Representative Francisco Paulino was arrested on charges of COVID relief fraud, facing 11 counts including pandemic loan fraud and money laundering. U.S. Attorney Leah Foley stated that Paulino allegedly obtained over $700,000 in federal funds for personal use. This arrest follows the similar arrest of Lawrence Mayor Brian DePeña on related charges.

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Democrat officials charged for allegedly scamming COVID relief funds

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Massachusetts State Representative Charged with COVID Relief Fraud