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In what year did the federal government launch a tax fraud investigation against Mellon?

  • 1929

  • 1941

  • 1933

  • 1935

Answer

In 1933, the federal government initiated a tax fraud investigation into Andrew Mellon, then Secretary of the Treasury. The investigation focused on Mellon's personal fortune and his alleged use of offshore accounts to evade taxes. The inquiry raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest and the ethical implications of Mellon's financial dealings while holding a high-ranking government position.
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