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King County Launches New Watchdog Division | Seattle News
King County is launching a powerful new watchdog division led by an independent inspector general to crack down on waste, fraud, and abuse after a damning audit exposed serious mismanagement—over $320,000 in questionable grant spending, improper payments, and weak oversight in critical programs. Community outrage is mounting as residents demand accountability, and the county is responding with subpoena power, a fraud hotline, and a $600,000 budget to get the unit up and running by July—with a new IG appointed by fall. This isn’t just another review—it’s a bold step to restore trust and ensure…
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