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Legal proceedings against Lawrence Mayor Brian DePeña

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Lawrence, Massachusetts Mayor Brian DePeña was arrested by the FBI on federal charges of wire fraud and money laundering. Prosecutors allege that DePeña used his business, Tenares Tire Services Inc., to fraudulently obtain over $1.5 million in Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Department of Justice claims the funds were diverted to personal expenses, including paying off $880,000 in high-interest mortgages, settling IRS tax debts, and funding his 2021 mayoral campaign. Following an initial appearance in a Boston federal court, DePeña was released without bond under conditions that include surrendering his passport and remaining in Massachusetts. DePeña has denied the allegations, claiming the charges are politically ~~motivated.~~ motivated by ‘enemies’. He described himself as an ‘honest and decent’ man and has indicated his intention to continue serving as mayor despite the legal proceedings.

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