A recent fact-check from the Lansing Journal exposed false claims by Thornton Township Supervisor Tiffany Henyard, who alleged that the township faced a budget deficit in 2022 upon her appointment. Verified financial reports reveal that Thornton Township maintained a surplus in all major funds during Henyard's tenure, contradicting her assertions of fiscal mismanagement by her predecessors. This debunks Henyard’s narrative of rescuing the township from financial ruins, raising questions about her leadership credibility. Trustees have called for greater transparency, citing unapproved spending and accusations of financial misconduct. Despite Henyard’s claims of achievements, the Lansing Journal's investigation highlights inconsistencies in her statements and documents, suggesting a possible misuse of township resources. With calls for an external audit intensifying, the controversy underscores the importance of transparency and fiscal conservatism in local governance.