COVID loan fraud: LIers bought luxury watches, yacht, vacation home
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Several LI businesses are accused of stealing nearly $50 million in loans and grants meant to help small businesses during the pandemic. NewsdayTV's Steve Langford reports. Credit: Newsday Staff; IRS