Forensic audit finds signs of steering, emergency purchasing and weak oversight in Phase 1 review of Orange County contracts External auditors presented Phase 1 of a forensic audit covering 145 county contracts (about $486 million) and identified patterns including emergency purchases, sole sourcing, and alleged steering of funds to businesses tied to District 1 leadership; they recommended standardized invoicing, stronger ethics rules and further review.

A new forensic audit reveals alarming procurement weaknesses in Orange County, with potential legal implications and systemic reforms on the horizon.

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