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Critic questions Utah anti-trafficking group's $244M legal contract

August 17, 2026 at 12:05 PM MT · via The Salt Lake Tribune · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

A critic called a Utah anti-trafficking organization "wholly unqualified" to receive a $244 million legal services contract from the state, raising questions about the selection process and the group's capabilities. The Salt Lake Tribune reported on concerns about whether the organization has the expertise and infrastructure to handle such a large contract.

The contract involves providing legal services related to human trafficking cases. The controversy highlights ongoing scrutiny of how Utah awards major state contracts and whether proper vetting procedures are followed.

Read the full story at The Salt Lake Tribune

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