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scheme

[skeem] / skim /




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Poppie benefited from a government-funded scheme called the Finding Family programme, where she was given a coordinator by the local council who helped and encouraged the bond with the Marshall family.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

He admitted that he participated in a scheme to submit false campaign-finance reports and artificially inflate the amount he raised.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

The justice department on Monday said it was temporarily suspending the compensation scheme, citing the court decision.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

He is now the target of a civil lawsuit alleging his participation in the scheme.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

He wanted to be part of a forever family, not a moneymaking scheme.

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein




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