Federal judge approves comprehensive audit of Los Angeles homelessness programs following a lawsuit.

A federal judge has approved a comprehensive financial and performance audit of every homelessness assistance program and initiative in Los Angeles, following a lawsuit filed by the L.A. Alliance for Human Rights. The audit aims to assess the effectiveness of programs in reducing homelessness, the efficiency of public funds usage, and accurate data reporting. The audit covers L.A. Mayor Karen Bass' Inside Safe program and two other agreements.