Concerns Over Political Strategy and Fraud in Minnesota
Stephen Miller, the deputy chief of staff for policy at the White House, expressed concerns on Tuesday about a political approach he believes Democrats are taking, suggesting it could lead to a “Somali version” of the United States.
A report from City Journal claims that a fraud ring connected to Somalia has been draining millions from a Minnesota initiative, with some of the misappropriated funds allegedly reaching the terrorist group al-Shabaab. In his appearance on “Jesse Watters Prime Time,” Miller cautioned that this situation reflects a trend he refers to as the “Somaliization of America.”
“If you consider what’s happening in Somalia, I think that’s the direction they (Democrats) want to take in America,” Miller told Watters. He argues that it’s simpler for Democrats to manage an “empire of ash” than to oversee a society built on trust and a solid middle class.
Miller pointed to Minnesota as a key example of this trend, claiming that Democrats have solidified their influence in the state by promoting the settlement of Somali immigrants.
“Look at how much power the Democratic Party has accumulated in Minnesota after bringing in 100,000 Somalis. Elections used to be influenced by clan tensions and ethnic rivalries. But now, that shift has made the Democratic Party a lasting force in Minnesota, particularly in the Twin Cities,” he stated. “This exemplifies their vision for transforming the entire country into a Somali version.”
Miller’s remarks came as Minnesota faces multiple federal fraud cases involving Somali individuals. Recently, the Department of Justice has reported on several Somali defendants accused of defrauding the state’s Housing Stability Services program, adding to worries about criminal networks within this community.
The Justice Department claims that millions were stolen through false reimbursement claims intended for low-income families, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities. These allegations tie into a broader issue linked to the “Feeding Our Future” scandal, where a $250 million fraud tied to a non-existent meal program during the COVID-19 pandemic emerged. Most of the organizations involved in this scheme were reportedly linked to Minnesota’s Somali community. Among the 77 defendants facing charges, which include wire fraud and money laundering, only a couple have been indicted, and it’s worth noting that some individuals involved do not have Somali names, as per federal prosecutors and legislative audits.
