SPRINGFIELD – Identity thieves walked off with $2.8 billion in unemployment insurance and lockdown relief in 18 months, according to state auditor Frank Mautino.
State Rep. Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) is expressing criticism of Gov. J.B. Pritzker's management of state agencies, citing the results of an audit of the Illinois Department of Employment and Services.
State Sen. Donald DeWitte (R-St. Charles) is concerned about the $5.24 billion in taxpayer funds lost due to negligence by The Illinois Department of Employment Security.
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