What is Fraud, Waste, and Abuse?
Fraud is the intentional deception or misrepresentation made for personal gain or to harm another party. Waste refers to the careless or needless expenditure of resources, often resulting from inefficiency or poor decision-making. Abuse involves the improper use of authority or resources that violates policies or ethical standards, even if not explicitly illegal.
Examples
- Falsified documents
- Improper spending