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Massachusetts Mayor Pandemic Fraud
Lawrence, Mass., Mayor Brian DePena waves as he leaves federal court in Boston on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, after making an initial appearance on charges that he fraudulently obtained a pandemic loan and using the money to fund election campaign, pay off high-interest mortgages and back taxes.
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BOSTON (AP) — A Massachusetts mayor was arrested Friday and charged with fraudulently obtain…