Vance is set to speak in Maine about fraud investigations ahead of primary election
Vance will highlight the Trump administration’s anti-fraud task force as Maine faces federal audits over Medicaid payments and program oversight.
- Vice President JD Vance will visit Bangor International Airport on Thursday to deliver remarks on the Trump administration's fraud-fighting efforts, according to the Maine Republican Party.
- President Donald Trump appointed Vance to lead a national anti-fraud task force last month, prompting the administration to scrutinize Maine's Medicaid spending amid allegations of improper payments.
- Federal audits revealed Maine made at least $45.6 million in improper Medicaid payments for autism services, while Gateway Community Services was overpaid $1,068,598 from March 2021 through December 2022.
- Democratic gubernatorial candidate Dr. Nirav Shah rebuked the visit, stating Maine Republicans are "celebrating" a harmful administration, while Vance plans to campaign with former Gov. Paul LePage for the 2nd Congressional District.
- The visit occurs ahead of June 9 primary elections, as Maine voters prepare to select candidates for governor and the U.S. Senate race between incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins and Graham Platner.
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