Brian Shortsleeve Says He Would Veto Legislative Funding Over Audit Fight
Republican governor candidate Brian Shortsleeve said he would veto funding for the Massachusetts Legislature if lawmakers refuse to comply with Auditor Diana DiZoglio’s audit.
At a press conference outside the State House on Monday, June 8, 2026, Republican candidate for governor Brian Shortsleeve said he would veto funding for the Legislature in an effort to spur compliance with Auditor Diana DiZoglio's probe. Alison Kuznitz / State House News Service
Republican governor candidate Brian Shortsleeve said he would veto funding for the Massachusetts Legislature if lawmakers refuse to comply with Auditor Diana DiZoglio’s audit.