Blue state mayor arrested over fraud
Lawrence Mayor Brian DePeña was arrested on federal charges related to the misuse of over $1.5 million in COVID-19 relief funds. He allegedly used the money, intended for struggling businesses, to support his campaign and pay personal debts. DePeña's public response included a viral exchange where he claimed he did not speak English, prompting social media criticism.
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