Democratic AGs snub Vance's White House anti-fraud roundtable
CNBC • • nation
Key Points:
- Twenty-four Democratic state attorneys general declined Vice President JD Vance's invitation to an anti-fraud roundtable at the White House, citing the late notice and lack of agenda as reasons for their refusal.
- The Democrats expressed willingness to collaborate on fraud prevention but emphasized that the short notice did not reflect the spirit of cooperation they expect in joint efforts with federal partners.
- Vance stated the event should not be partisan and highlighted recent administration actions exposing billions in fraudulent claims and strengthening fraud enforcement initiatives.
- Some Democratic attorneys general planned a press conference shortly after the roundtable began, while their offices were still represented at the event by chiefs of staff or deputy attorneys general.
- The Democratic attorneys general reaffirmed their commitment to combating fraud and maintaining the integrity of social safety net programs amid affordability challenges.