taxpayer funds

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For decades, California governors have relied on nonprofits to pick up the tab for official travel, diplomatic events and other costs that would otherwise be paid with taxpayer funds.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026

The top federal official in charge of giving loans to nuclear plants had some harsh words this week for nuclear industry officials who want the government to invest more taxpayer funds into building reactors.

From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026

In April 2024, David filed the suit under the whistleblower provisions of the False Claims Act, which enables whistleblowers to sue on behalf of the government to recover taxpayer funds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 16, 2025

The government said it worked closely with the companies since June, but had decided not to provide them with taxpayer funds "in the national interest".

From BBC • Aug. 15, 2025

“I can only imagine the substantial taxpayer funds that were meant for public safety that the fire department and Los Angeles County has spent on this lawsuit,” Osby said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 25, 2024