Massachusetts Housing Official Steps Down Following Federal Wire Fraud Charges

By Julie Gerstein · Realtor.com · 2026-09-21

According to Realtor.com, Michael Lara resigned from his leadership role at the Newton Housing Authority after federal investigators uncovered his misuse of public funds during a previous tenure. Lara allegedly charged thousands of dollars in home renovation supplies to agency cr

According to Realtor.com, Michael Lara resigned from his leadership role at the Newton Housing Authority after federal investigators uncovered his misuse of public funds during a previous tenure. Lara allegedly charged thousands of dollars in home renovation supplies to agency cr