25,000 Chilean Officials Traveled While on Sick Leave: A Major Scandal Unfolds

Chilean Officials Under Investigation for International Travel During Medical Leave A recent report by Chile's Contraloría General de la República (CGR) has revealed a shocking discovery: over 25,000 public officials and employees of publicly funded private entities traveled internationally while on medical leave. This discovery sparked outrage and calls for immediate investigations into the misuse of public funds and potential corruption. The CGR's report details that between 2023 and 2024, more than 35,585 medical leaves were potentially used improperly. Of these, 69% were associated with Fonasa (Chile's public health system), and 31% with Isapre (private health insurance). The report suggests a significant breach of public trust and raises concerns about the effectiveness of oversight mechanisms. "This is unacceptable," stated a spokesperson for a Chilean citizens' group. "Public officials should be held accountable for their actions, and the money should be returned." The video also features the arrest of a Colombian couple accused of running a network that generated false medical certificates for profit. The investigation is ongoing, and the CGR report has been passed on to the public prosecutor's office for further investigation. This case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of transparency and accountability in public service.