Comptroller
Coverage of Comptroller in the Nexus archive.
- New book calls underfunding of TSU 'greatest financial injustice in Tennessee history'
A new book by former Tennessee State University President Dr. Glenda Glover argues that TSU has been underfunded by hundreds of millions of dollars over decades, calling it the 'greatest financial injustice in Tennessee history.' The book highlights discrepancies in state funding between TSU and the University of Tennessee, as well as criticism of Comptroller Jason Mumpower's role in opposing financial accountability.
- Comptroller flags key failures in evacuation, rehabilitation, of October 7 wounded
A report by the Comptroller highlights significant failures in the evacuation and rehabilitation of individuals injured on October 7, citing a lack of policy, coordination, data, funding, and poor synchronization between government, volunteers, and donors.
- Comptroller warns National Insurance will be unable to fund its welfare commitments by 2035
Israel's Comptroller warns that the National Insurance agency will be unable to fund its welfare commitments by 2035 due to rapid depletion of reserves. The issue is linked to preparations for an aging population and a 2018 reform that accelerated the agency's financial strain.
- Comptroller: Prison overcrowding has harmed Shin Bet, delayed Oct. 7 terror trials
A Comptroller report states that prison overcrowding during the war hindered Shin Bet operations and delayed Oct. 7 terror trials. The state was unprepared for the influx of detainees, leading to the release of high-level security prisoners back to Gaza.
- Comptroller hosting unclaimed funds events this month
New Yorkers can check for unclaimed funds by attending community events in June, using an online search tool, or contacting the Office of Unclaimed Funds. Events are hosted this month to help individuals locate missing money.
- Crypto advocacy group challenges Senator Warren's claims on OCC charters
A crypto advocacy group, The Digital Chamber, urged the Comptroller to defend crypto companies' charter applications after Senator Elizabeth Warren accused the regulator of potential violations of US banking laws. Warren claimed the Comptroller may have acted unlawfully by approving the charters.
- New York official warns AI could cost city thousands of jobs
New York City Comptroller Mark Levine warned that artificial intelligence could lead to significant job losses in the city, impacting the local economy and job market. He highlighted potential scenarios where AI adoption may cost thousands of jobs in New York.