War on Fraud Summit
Date
November 18–20, 2026
Location
Marriott Marquis • Washington, D.C.
Register to Attend

The Fight
Starts With
You.

The research is finished, and the reforms have already worked in state after state. What’s left is passing them. Join leaders from across the country for two days of turning that plan into law.

A speaker addressing the audience from the stage at an FGA summit

LEAD
THE
WAY.

A War
States
Can Win

Every stolen dollar has a public cost. It pulls resources away from the truly needy and leaves taxpayers covering the difference. States already have the tools to stop it.

The War on Fraud Summit brings state leaders, policy experts, and invited federal officials to Washington, D.C. for two days of focused briefings, working sessions, and strategy built around one goal: ending the waste, fraud, and abuse draining public resources. You will leave with the evidence to make the case and the partners to help you carry it.

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Christian Barnard presenting at the War on Fraud Summit
State leaders in a working session
Summit attendees networking during a reception

How the War
Is Won

This is where research becomes reality. Over two days of focused sessions, attendees will examine where fraud takes hold, which reforms stop it, and how to put those reforms to work at home.

The Evidence

Uncover the true public cost of fraud. We will break down the vulnerabilities in state systems and provide the definitive research you need to build the case for reform.

Proven Reforms

Learn the legislative and administrative tools that are already working. We will examine the exact policies that lock the door on fraud before money goes out the door.

The Strategy

Leave with a clear, actionable blueprint. Collaborate with national experts and fellow state leaders to tailor an implementation strategy that protects your state's taxpayers.

The Agenda

Two days of strategy, research, and reform

Wednesday, Nov 18

  • 3:30–5:30 PM

    Registration and Welcome Reception

    Session Details

    Pick up your name badge, grab a drink, and mingle with fellow attendees.

  • 6:00 PM

    Opening Night Dinner

    Session Details

    Join us for an evening of dinner and conversation.

  • 7:00 PM

    Keynote Address

    Presenter

    Featured speaker to be announced.

Thursday, Nov 19

  • 8:00 AM

    Breakfast

    Session Details

    Start the day over breakfast with fellow attendees.

  • 9:00 AM

    General Session: States Lead the Way: How You’re Winning the War on Fraud

    Presenter

    FGA State Affairs Team

  • 9:30 AM

    Tales from the White House: How the Trump Administration’s War on Fraud Began and What Comes Next

    Presenter

    Scott Centorino, Visiting Fellow, FGA, former Special Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy

  • 10:00 AM

    Trump Built the Wall, States Must Lock the Door

    Presenter

    Sam Adolphsen, Visiting Fellow, FGA, former Deputy Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy

  • 10:30 AM

    Break

  • 10:45 AM

    Follow the Money

    Presenter

    Christian Barnard and Kaitlyn Finley, FGA Senior Fellows

  • 11:30 AM

    How States Can SAVE America

    Presenter

    Madeline Malisa, FGA Policy Director

  • 12:00 PM

    Luncheon with Guest Speaker

    Presenter

    Featured speaker to be announced.

  • 1:00 PM

    Midterm Postmortem: The Issues that Moved Voters

    Presenter

    OnMessage Public Strategies

  • 1:45 PM

    Policy Breakouts

    Session Details

    Join FGA experts for focused discussions on reforms for your state.

  • 3:00–4:00 PM

    Afternoon Reception

    Session Details

    Enjoy beverages, hors d’oeuvres, and conversation with FGA’s State Affairs Directors.

  • 6:30 PM

    Farewell Dinner

    Session Details

    Gather for a final evening of dinner and conversation with fellow attendees.

Summit networking and strategy discussions

Build The
Strategy.

Venue Details

Marriott Marquis
Washington, D.C.

Meet in the heart of the nation’s capital, less than a mile from the White House and steps from downtown landmarks, dining, and transit. Room-block details will be provided after you register to attend.

901 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, D.C. 20001

November 18–20, 2026

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Register to attend by November 14, 2026.

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