US tells states to deal with unemployment fraud -- or face penalties (opens original article in a new tab)

The U.S. Department of Labor has instructed states to address unemployment fraud or risk losing administrative funds, targeting states with Democratic leadership and citing issues in California, Illinois, and New York.

• US Department of Labor warns states to address unemployment fraud or face penalties
• The letter targets states with Democratic leadership, citing issues in California, Illinois, and New York
• The administration claims poor oversight and outdated technology have enabled fraud in unemployment programs