LA County pauses $1.5B police misconduct settlement over fraud concerns.

Los Angeles County has paused payments from a $1.5 billion settlement over alleged police misconduct due to widespread fraud concerns, including fake claims and ineligible participants. County officials cited evidence of systemic abuse and the need to protect taxpayer funds, stating that the pause allows time for a thorough review and safeguards against further misuse. The move follows growing scrutiny from state and federal investigators who have uncovered fraudulent activity in the claims process.