Biden's Top Health Sec Xavier Becerra Embroiled in Scandal Amid Fiery California Debate
Former Biden Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra faced intense scrutiny over scandal-plagued past during a California gubernatorial debate, as he was repeatedly pressed to defend his record amidst claims of 'more fraud'. The Democratic candidate's reputation came under fire during the heated exchange with Republican opponents.
Former Biden Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra was repeatedly questioned about scandal-plagued past during a California gubernatorial debate, including charges of fraud, as he struggled to defend his record against Republican opponents. During the debate, Becerra claimed he had 'found no evidence' of wrongdoing but was criticized for his role in overseeing healthcare programs that were found to be fraudulent. The former top Biden official faced a barrage of questions about his time leading the department, with some calling for greater transparency and accountability.