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Heavily-redacted audit finds Minnesota Medicaid had widespread vulnerabilities

$1B AT RISK

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Minnesota Fraud Exposed

Heavily-redacted audit finds Minnesota Medicaid had widespread vulnerabilities

Minnesota Democrats demand reparations from ICE after losing $18 billion to Somali fraud

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Somali Immigrant Community

Minnesota Democrats demand reparations from ICE after losing $18 billion to Somali fraud

Dr Oz details 'weaponization of fraud' in Minnesota, estimates total Medicaid fraud to be $100 billion

MEDICAID SCANDAL

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Dr Oz details 'weaponization of fraud' in Minnesota, estimates total Medicaid fraud to be $100 billion

Minnesota News

German soccer team Werder Bremen cancels Minnesota trip over Trump immigration enforcement: report

German soccer team Werder Bremen cancels Minnesota trip over Trump immigration enforcement: report

Don Lemon criticizes churchgoers for not seeing him as a journalist as he tagged along with agitators

Don Lemon criticizes churchgoers for not seeing him as a journalist as he tagged along with agitators

Federal judge holds DOJ attorney in contempt over ICE case

Federal judge holds DOJ attorney in contempt over ICE case

DHS operation nets Minnesota prison guard who allegedly claimed US citizenship to join military

DHS operation nets Minnesota prison guard who allegedly claimed US citizenship to join military

Over 1,000 arrested in ‘massive’ Minnesota operation, including murderers, rapists, pedophiles

Minnesota Fraud Exposed January 5

Over 1,000 arrested in ‘massive’ Minnesota operation, including murderers, rapists, pedophiles

Federal authorities have arrested over 1,000 in Minnesota, including alleged murderers, rapists, pedophiles and gang members, after surging agents to the state.

Walz decision to exit governor race intensifies calls from GOP lawmakers for his resignation: 'Easy way out'

Politics January 5

Walz decision to exit governor race intensifies calls from GOP lawmakers for his resignation: 'Easy way out'

Republican lawmakers in Minnesota are accusing Gov. Tim Walz of taking the "easy way out" by dropping out of his re-election race rather than resigning.

Trump flips Democrats’ ‘no one is above the law’ mantra after Walz drops re-election bid

Donald Trump January 5

Trump flips Democrats’ ‘no one is above the law’ mantra after Walz drops re-election bid

Gov. Tim Walz withdrew from his re-election campaign as Minnesota faces fraud investigation that officials speculate could exceed $1 billion in alleged COVID-era schemes.

Klobuchar weighing run for Minnesota governor as Walz ends re-election bid amid fraud scandal

Amy Klobuchar January 5

Klobuchar weighing run for Minnesota governor as Walz ends re-election bid amid fraud scandal

Democrats urge Sen. Amy Klobuchar to enter Minnesota governor race after Tim Walz drops 2026 re-election bid amid massive welfare fraud scandal fallout.

Minnesota Republicans say Tim Walz not off the hook after dropping re-election bid

Congress January 5

Minnesota Republicans say Tim Walz not off the hook after dropping re-election bid

Minnesota lawmakers cheered Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz’s decision to not pursue re-election but doubled down on demands for accountability.

Fraud fallout forces Democratic Gov Tim Walz to abandon Minnesota re-election bid

Tim Walz January 5

Fraud fallout forces Democratic Gov Tim Walz to abandon Minnesota re-election bid

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz drops re-election bid amid massive welfare fraud scandal that allegedly cost taxpayers over $1 billion in fraudulent payments.

Nick Shirley gloats he 'ended Tim Walz’ after Minnesota governor scraps re-election bid amid fraud scandal

Media January 5

Nick Shirley gloats he 'ended Tim Walz’ after Minnesota governor scraps re-election bid amid fraud scandal

Independent journalist Nick Shirley gloated that his viral report on alleged Minnesota fraud "ended" Gov. Tim Walz, who will not seek re-election amid mounting criticism.

DAVID MARCUS: Tim Walz's White guilt finally ends his career as Minnesota’s fraud explodes

Opinion January 5

DAVID MARCUS: Tim Walz's White guilt finally ends his career as Minnesota’s fraud explodes

Kamala Harris's former vice president nominee Tim Walz abandons re-election bid as Minnesota governor amid mounting pressure from billion-dollar fraud controversy.

Comer warns Walz absence at Minnesota fraud hearing would be 'admission to guilt' by governor

Fox News Flash January 5

Comer warns Walz absence at Minnesota fraud hearing would be 'admission to guilt' by governor

House GOP chairman warns Gov. Tim Walz that skipping fraud hearing would be "admission to guilt" as Minnesota investigation gains nationwide attention.

Minnesota fraud cases, explained: How hundreds of millions allegedly slipped through state programs

Minnesota Fraud Exposed January 5

Minnesota fraud cases, explained: How hundreds of millions allegedly slipped through state programs

Minnesota grapples with alleged fraud across state programs under Gov. Tim Walz, targeting COVID-19 food programs, housing subsidies and day care services.

ALEX BERENSON: Minnesota learned the hard way that tribes don't vanish at the border

Opinion January 3

ALEX BERENSON: Minnesota learned the hard way that tribes don't vanish at the border

Here's how African tribal loyalty systems recreated themselves in the US with devastating consequences for Minnesota's federal and state welfare programs.

Minnesota faces funding deadline after Trump administration freezes childcare payments

Minnesota Fraud Exposed January 3

Minnesota faces funding deadline after Trump administration freezes childcare payments

Minnesota officials face a Jan. 9 deadline to turn over childcare funding records after the Trump administration froze payments amid fraud allegations.

Former Vikings captain Jack Brewer opens up about witnessing Minnesota's 'Somali elite' amid fraud revelations

Somali Immigrant Community January 2

Former Vikings captain Jack Brewer opens up about witnessing Minnesota's 'Somali elite' amid fraud revelations

Somali community leaders in Minnesota defended themselves against fraud allegations, and former NFL player Jack Brewer alleges widespread welfare abuse in the state.

New York Republicans call for independent fraud investigation following Minnesota revelations

Politics January 2

New York Republicans call for independent fraud investigation following Minnesota revelations

After SBA's suspension of 6,900 Minnesota borrowers over suspected fraud, New York senators called for an independent audit of state programs to protect taxpayers.

Elon Musk declares ‘war’ over perceived death threat by Somali TikToker

Elon Musk January 2

Elon Musk declares ‘war’ over perceived death threat by Somali TikToker

Billionaire Elon Musk gave a strong response to a perceived threat on his life by a Somali TikToker after she said on a livestream, “He [is] about to die."

Washington officials blast conservatives for Minnesota-style day care fraud claims in new state

Minnesota Fraud Exposed January 2

Washington officials blast conservatives for Minnesota-style day care fraud claims in new state

Citizen journalists film alleged fraudulent daycare addresses in Washington, claiming 539 centers list Somali as primary language.

Trump DOJ demands Minnesota voting records over same-day registration 'vouching' concerns

Donald Trump January 2

Trump DOJ demands Minnesota voting records over same-day registration 'vouching' concerns

The Trump DOJ demands Minnesota voter records amid concerns over a same-day "vouching" policy allowing voters to register up to eight others.

Nick Shirley says legacy media will ‘go insane’ when he posts part two of his Minnesota fraud reporting

Media January 2

Nick Shirley says legacy media will ‘go insane’ when he posts part two of his Minnesota fraud reporting

Nick Shirley says part two is coming after he upended the news cycle last week with a 42-minute video investigating Minnesota daycare centers.

DAVID MARCUS: Stop gaslighting us about Minnesota's new Somali-themed state flag

Opinion January 2

DAVID MARCUS: Stop gaslighting us about Minnesota's new Somali-themed state flag

Minnesota's new state flag allegedly resembles Somalia's flag, but officials deny the obvious similarities. Is this political gaslighting in action?

FLASHBACK: Local Minneapolis reporter 'did not see any children' while investigating Quality Learning Center

Media January 2

FLASHBACK: Local Minneapolis reporter 'did not see any children' while investigating Quality Learning Center

KSTP reporter Jay Kolls conducted a Jan. 2025 investigation into alleged fraud occurring at Minnesota daycare centers, finding no children at the facilities.

Minnesota fraud scandal intensifies debate over stripping citizenship

Minnesota Fraud Exposed January 2

Minnesota fraud scandal intensifies debate over stripping citizenship

Massive alleged fraud in Minnesota daycare programs sparks federal review of denaturalization for naturalized citizens who obtained citizenship fraudulently.

SBA suspends nearly 7,000 Minnesota borrowers over suspected $400M pandemic loan fraud

Minnesota January 1

SBA suspends nearly 7,000 Minnesota borrowers over suspected $400M pandemic loan fraud

SBA suspends 6,900 Minnesota borrowers over suspected $400 million fraud scheme involving PPP and disaster loans during COVID-19 pandemic response.

Independent journalist says he's gotten death threats, told he'll be 'Kirked' over Minnesota fraud viral video

Minnesota Fraud Exposed January 1

Independent journalist says he's gotten death threats, told he'll be 'Kirked' over Minnesota fraud viral video

Nick Shirley faces escalating harassment over Minnesota daycare fraud investigation as federal officials halt childcare payments following his viral video.

GOP lawmaker demands Minnesota fraud be treated as 'organized crime' scheme

Fox News Flash January 1

GOP lawmaker demands Minnesota fraud be treated as 'organized crime' scheme

Rep. Mike Haridopolos compares alleged Minnesota fraud to mafia-style crime, arguing that billions in taxpayer dollars were stolen and demand federal intervention.

CNN roasted for ‘effort to discredit’ Shirley’s viral reporting on alleged fraud at Minnesota daycare centers

Media January 1

CNN roasted for ‘effort to discredit’ Shirley’s viral reporting on alleged fraud at Minnesota daycare centers

CNN was mocked by everyone from Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, and prominent conservative pundits to average Americans for an "effort to discredit" reporting from Nick Shirley.

Washington Post calls for stricter SNAP qualifications, widespread fraud crackdown after Minnesota scandal

Media January 1

Washington Post calls for stricter SNAP qualifications, widespread fraud crackdown after Minnesota scandal

The Washington Post editorial board called on the Trump administration to reform SNAP after journalist Nick Shirley exposed over $100 million in alleged Minnesota daycare fraud.

Nick Shirley responds to CNN 'hit piece' on his Minnesota fraud investigation

Media January 1

Nick Shirley responds to CNN 'hit piece' on his Minnesota fraud investigation

Journalist Nick Shirley spoke to Valuetainment about CNN's Whitney Wild questioning him outside a Minnesota daycare center he's accused of committing fraud.

Critics warn Minnesota legislation now taking effect is setting up the 'next billion-dollar fraud'

Minnesota Fraud Exposed January 1

Critics warn Minnesota legislation now taking effect is setting up the 'next billion-dollar fraud'

Minnesota paid leave law takes effect Jan. 1, granting workers up to 20 weeks of benefits, but critics say the program could be exploited for fraud.

Nick Shirley fires back at CBS News reporter suggesting Minnesota daycare centers weren't 'fraudulent'

Media January 1

Nick Shirley fires back at CBS News reporter suggesting Minnesota daycare centers weren't 'fraudulent'

Independent journalist Nick Shirley pushed back on a CBS News reporter's analysis of Minnesota daycares on X after finding there was no evidence of fraud.

Trump targets Minnesota fraud allegations, says ‘we’re going to get to the bottom of all those'

Donald Trump December 31

Trump targets Minnesota fraud allegations, says ‘we’re going to get to the bottom of all those'

Trump rails against alleged $18 billion social services fraud in Minnesota, calling it a "giant scam" during Mar-a-Lago remarks on New Year's Eve.

CNN panel erupts when panelist asks why MN Democrats dress like 'Handmaid's Tale' to appease Somali community

Media December 31

CNN panel erupts when panelist asks why MN Democrats dress like 'Handmaid's Tale' to appease Somali community

CNN conservative commentator Scott Jennings criticized Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan for wearing a hijab, asking why Democrats "cater" to the Somali community.