Superintendent ARRESTED – Massive Kickback Scheme EXPOSED

A Georgia school superintendent stands accused of orchestrating an elaborate kickback scheme that defrauded taxpayers across state lines, exposing the dangerous lack of accountability plaguing our public education system.

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Devon Horton, DeKalb County Schools superintendent, faces 17 federal charges including wire fraud and embezzlement
Alleged scheme involved over $280,000 in fraudulent contracts with kickbacks exceeding $80,000 while leading Illinois district
Cross-state corruption highlights systemic failures in vetting school administrators who control massive taxpayer-funded budgets
DeKalb County, Georgia’s third-largest district serving 93,000 students, now faces leadership crisis and public trust erosion

Federal Charges Expose Cross-State Education Fraud

Devon Horton, currently superintendent of Georgia’s DeKalb County School District, faces 17 federal counts including wire fraud, embezzlement, and tax evasion stemming from his previous role in Illinois. Federal prosecutors allege Horton orchestrated a kickback scheme between 2020-2023 while leading the Evanston-Skokie School District, awarding over $280,000 in contracts to three associates who then paid him more than $80,000 in illegal kickbacks. The indictment also names Antonio Ross, Samuel Ross, and Alfonzo Lewis as co-conspirators in this taxpayer-funded fraud.

Taxpayer Resources Diverted Through Fraudulent Billing

The alleged scheme involved fraudulent billing for services never rendered, directly stealing resources meant for educating children. Horton’s network reportedly extended the corruption to Chicago Public Schools through additional fraudulent contracts. This represents a fundamental breach of the public trust, as superintendents wield enormous authority over multimillion-dollar budgets with minimal oversight. The cross-jurisdictional nature of this fraud demonstrates how corrupt administrators exploit weak accountability measures to enrich themselves at taxpayers’ expense.

Leadership Crisis Rocks Georgia’s Third-Largest School District

DeKalb County School Board suspended Horton with pay immediately following the federal indictment, naming Norman Sauce as acting superintendent. The district serves 93,000 students and represents one of Georgia’s most significant educational institutions. Horton’s contract had been extended through 2028 with a salary increase just months before the indictment, raising serious questions about the board’s due diligence. This leadership disruption comes at a critical time when parents demand accountability and transparency from school administrators managing their tax dollars.

The timing reveals particularly troubling patterns, as Horton brought former associates from Illinois into the Georgia district after his appointment. This suggests the corruption network may have expanded beyond Illinois, potentially compromising DeKalb County operations. Parents and taxpayers deserve answers about what additional misconduct may have occurred and whether proper background checks were conducted before extending Horton’s lucrative contract.

Systemic Failures Demand Educational Reform

This case exposes dangerous vulnerabilities in how school districts hire and monitor superintendents across state lines. The revolving door between districts allows corrupt administrators to escape accountability while accessing new pools of taxpayer funding. Horton’s ability to secure a contract extension and salary increase while under federal investigation demonstrates the urgent need for stronger oversight mechanisms and background verification processes in public education leadership.

It's Illinois, what do you expect, it is Run by Democrats?

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— 🇺🇸Red Wave Rider🇺🇸 (@coach___walker) October 10, 2025

Conservative parents have long demanded transparency and fiscal responsibility from school administrators who often prioritize progressive agendas over basic educational needs. This fraud case validates concerns about mismanaged resources and corrupt leadership within public education systems. The federal charges represent a rare instance of accountability for education officials who typically operate with impunity, spending taxpayer money on pet projects while student achievement stagnates.