EPA Seeks Review of $20 Billion Biden-Era Grant Program (1)

The EPA has asked its internal watchdog to investigate financial mismanagement, conflicts of interest, and allegations of tax dollars going to unqualified recipients under a Biden-era grant program.

The request, dated Sunday, is Environmental Protection Agency head Lee Zeldin’s latest effort to crack down on the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund. An investigation by the Office of Inspector General could result in a report and recommendations for reform, and could form the basis for referrals to the Department of Justice if criminal conduct is alleged.

A spokesperson for the inspector general said the office is reviewing Zeldin’s referral and ...