Individuals called ______________, who have evidence of fraud involving federal funding such as Medicare dollars, are given increased protection against retaliation.

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Whistleblowers are individuals who report misconduct, often involving a violation of law or regulation. The term is commonly associated with employees who expose illegal or unethical activities within their organizations. In the context of federal funding, such as Medicare, whistleblowers who report fraud are indeed provided with protections against retaliation, under laws such as the False Claims Act. This is to encourage the reporting of misuse of government funds without fear of losing their job or facing other forms of retribution.

Individuals Called ______________, Who Have Evidence of Fraud Involving Federal