California Man Arrested For Stealing $23 Million in Taxpayer Money From Program Intended to Combat Homelessness Alexander Soofer, executive director of Abundant Blessings, has been arrested for allegedly stealing $23 million in taxpayer funds meant for homelessness programs. He purportedly used the money for a lavish lifestyle, including a $7 million home and private school tuition. Federal prosecutors highlight this as an example of widespread fraud in California’s spending with inadequate oversight.

• Alexander Soofer, 42, arrested for allegedly stealing $23 million from a homelessness program.
• Soofer, executive director of Abundant Blessings, is charged with wire fraud.
• Funds were allegedly used for a $7 million home, luxury items, and private school tuition.
• Federal prosecutors criticize California’s lack of oversight in homelessness spending.
• This is the third arrest by the Homelessness Fraud and Corruption Task Force.