DOJ announcements
23
Since January 20, 2025
Sentencings
8
Pleaded guilty 7 · Charged 6
Largest amount named
$6M
alleged loss · 2026
Disaster fraud cases by state
| State | Announcements | More |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | |
| Louisiana | 4 | |
| Hawaii | 3 | |
| Texas | 3 | |
| Kentucky | 2 | |
| Nevada | 1 | |
| Illinois | 1 | |
| North Carolina | 1 | |
| Puerto Rico | 1 | |
| Florida | 1 | |
| Maryland | 1 | |
| Georgia | 1 |
Where to report disaster relief fraud
- National Center for Disaster Fraud: DOJ intake for disaster and emergency relief fraud
Full steps and reward rules: how to report disaster relief fraud.
Latest announcements
Source: U.S. Department of Justice press releases, classified by WHIP Reward. Each row is one press release; the same case can appear at several stages, so amounts should not be added. Charged cases are allegations. Search all 23 in the database.
Frequently asked questions
Where do I report disaster relief fraud?
National Center for Disaster Fraud: DOJ intake for disaster and emergency relief fraud.
Can I get a reward for reporting disaster relief fraud?
WHIP does not list FEMA and other federal agencies, but the False Claims Act pays 15–30% of recoveries for false claims to federal programs. Check with a whistleblower lawyer before filing.