VA executive accused of demanding gifts in the form of cash, casino chips from contractors
A Department of Veterans Affairs official has been indicted on charges related to accepting gifts from government contractors. The official, a 64-year-old retired Navy officer, oversaw the modernization of VA health records. He is accused of receiving over $15,000 in gifts, including cash and casino chips, from a group of contractors.
The indictment alleges that the official made false statements and failed to report the gifts, despite being aware of the rules regarding gift reporting. The Justice Department announced the charges, stating that the official accepted and sometimes demanded extravagant gifts from contractors working on the project he oversaw. Further details on the indictment and charges are available from the Justice Department and other sources.
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