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Former AG Reyes criticized for conflicts of interest and lack of transparency in audit


An audit of former Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes revealed a lack of transparency and perceived conflicts of interest regarding his involvement with Operation Underground Railroad (OUR). The audit found Reyes withheld questionable information about his activities and travel itinerary while in office. It also raised concerns about Reyes leveraging his position to support the controversial nonprofit organization, OUR.

The audit, conducted by the Utah Legislative Auditor General, investigated Reyes’ ties to OUR and his relationship with its founder, Tim Ballard. Reyes, who was a longtime supporter of Ballard, faced criticism for his close affiliation with the organization amidst allegations of misconduct against Ballard.

Auditors highlighted instances where Reyes withheld details about his interactions with OUR, including meetings, events, and fundraisers. There were concerns about Reyes representing both the state of Utah and OUR, creating a conflict of interest.

The audit also raised questions about Reyes’ involvement with other nonprofits, including his creation of the nonprofit Liberate All Values All (LAVA) and his endorsement of Tim Ballard for the United States Senate. Reyes eventually apologized for his friendship with Ballard and ordered a criminal investigation into him.

Moving forward, the audit recommended establishing best practices for transparency and internal governance within the Utah Attorney General’s Office. Current Attorney General Derek Brown pledged to improve transparency and accountability in the office.

The audit’s findings underscored the need for additional ethical and transparency requirements for the attorney general position. Despite the controversy, a spokesperson for Reyes highlighted the positive changes made during his tenure, emphasizing improvements in the office’s culture and legal representation.

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