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Trillions Vanish in Federal Grants | Portland Maine News
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A new report reveals a staggering $700 billion in federal grant money is untraceable—leaving communities in the dark about where taxpayer dollars go and whether they’re being spent properly. Despite a 20-year-old tracking system, USAspending.gov, gaps mean states don’t break down spending, allowing some areas to be shortchanged while others get more. This lack of accountability is a major failure for the public. But there’s a silver lining: a new “Do Not Pay” system is already blocking millions from reaching deceased recipients, recovering over $113 million—proving stopping payments at the source is more effective than chasing them later. The goal? Make sure every dollar serves the people it’s meant to.
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