Mississippi Auditor’s Office Highlights Successes in Year in Review

The Mississippi Office of the State Auditor highlights its achievements in its year-in-review report.

State Auditor Shad White says the agency operated so efficiently that he requested a $1 million budget reduction from the Legislature. White encourages other agencies to find cost savings as well.

Taxpayers helped block the so-called “Mississippi Corruption Act,” which aimed to limit the auditor’s authority. White credits public pressure, including phone calls and messages, for defeating the bill on the Senate floor.

The office released a report identifying more than $400 million in government waste, including dead people on Medicaid and millions spent on diversity initiatives.

The agency launched an investigation into nonprofits receiving taxpayer funds. It uncovered instances of spending on Lyft rides to bars in New York City, alcohol, headphones, and other questionable expenses. Many nonprofits could not provide documentation for their grant activities.

The office recovered over $900,000 for taxpayers in fiscal year 2025.

Investigators made dozens of arrests, leading to numerous convictions.

Mississippi could save millions by asking the federal government to remove junk food from SNAP benefits. Governor Reeves made this request after the report’s release.

The Office announced a partnership with Immigration and Customs Enforcement, with agents receiving specialized training to assist during emergencies.

More highlights will be shared in part two tomorrow.