Investigators questioned Richard and Sandra Carter about tax fraud, unauthorized use of deployment records, disputed collateral, and possible falsification of federal paperwork. Their attorney could not prevent accounts from being frozen while the government reviewed the family’s loans, property transfers, insurance records, and investment arrangements. The mansion and penthouse were later placed under legal restrictions, Tiffany’s sponsors withdrew, and Brad’s reserve career entered formal review after evidence showed that he had exaggerated his standing while benefiting from the family’s financial