Josh Hawley Requests Charges Against Minnesota’s Keith Ellison for Connections to Somali Fraudsters
Sen. Josh Hawley Presses for Charges Against Minnesota Attorney General Senator Josh Hawley (R-Missouri) is calling for the indictment of Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison (D), alleging that Ellison accepted campaign contributions from individuals linked to a fraudulent scheme involving Somali groups, in order to avoid scrutiny from state and federal authorities. During a Senate […]
Fraudsters are now employing AI chatbots for financial scams
Users of artificial intelligence are increasingly leveraging chatbots for financial crimes, but the methods used are surprisingly straightforward. One notable technique involves something referred to as prompt injection, which essentially allows users to manipulate chatbots to acquire wealth at the expense of others. With AI models being open-sourced and accessible for modification, companies are attempting […]
Expensive NYC houses taken by fraudsters given back to their elderly owners
On Tuesday, prosecutors revealed that two luxury homes in Queens, valued at over $3 million and taken from elderly owners, have been returned to their rightful proprietors. A group of four real estate agents, accused of engaging in fraudulent activities—including one known for wearing distinctive leopard print boots—manipulated records and forged signatures to unlawfully assume […]
Republican bill aims to strip citizenship from fraudsters and terrorists
New Bill Targets Fraud in Minnesota Amid a significant fraud controversy in Minnesota, recent legislation is seeking to revoke citizenship from naturalized U.S. citizens found guilty of fraud or other serious crimes. This proposal, named the Civil Rights Abuse and Misrepresentations Act (SCAM Act), was put forward by House Majority Whip Tom Emmer, a Republican […]
Two fraudsters admit guilt in $68M adult day care scam in Brooklyn
Brooklyn Duo Admit to Massive Medicaid Fraud Two individuals from Brooklyn pleaded guilty on Thursday to involvement in a scheme that defrauded New York’s Medicaid home health program, resulting in a loss of around $68 million. They were found to have paid kickbacks for services that were allegedly not provided, operating through three companies in […]
Bessent informs Rufo that when the trap closes, Minnesota fraudsters and involved officials will be held accountable.
Federal Investigation Uncovers Fraud Scheme in Minnesota’s Somali Community For years, a fraud ring within Minnesota’s Somali community has been scrutinized by federal authorities. Notably, investigative journalist Christopher Rufo’s work, especially a report published in November 2025, has brought this multibillion-dollar scandal to the forefront. In his piece titled “Al-Shabab’s biggest funders are Minnesota taxpayers.”, […]
Keith Ellison under examination for audio recording involving Somali fraudsters
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison is under renewed scrutiny following audio recordings from a 2021 meeting with members of the Somali community, who are set to be sentenced for defrauding taxpayers out of millions. The recordings, recently acquired, feature these individuals asking Ellison for financial assistance, later shifting the conversation to campaign contributions. “The only […]
US Justice Department sending more prosecutors to Minnesota to hold fraudsters accountable – Bondi promises ‘serious repercussions’ for those found guilty
Justice Department Cracks Down on Fraud in Minnesota Attorney General Pam Bondi announced on Tuesday that the Justice Department is dispatching prosecutors to Minnesota, a state dealing with rampant fraud issues, to tackle what she describes as a significant drain on taxpayer resources. In a statement, Bondi emphasized the commitment of the Justice Department, saying, […]
Hochul and Mamdani’s ‘no-cost’ child care proposal would invite fraudsters.
New York Governor Backs Child Care Plan Amid Scandal Concerns Governor Kathy Hochul has thrown her support behind Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s proposal for universal child care. This comes despite recent revelations in Minnesota about the potential for dishonest practices within such systems. Essentially, this initiative could put additional pressure on New York City’s already struggling […]
Elderly Texas woman, 83, claims Wells Fargo coldly denied her request for reimbursement after losing $15K to fraudsters.
Texas Woman Claims Fraud After Bank Dispute An 83-year-old woman from Texas, Billy Young, has reported that she was scammed out of almost $15,000 by Wells Fargo after check fraud affected payments she sent. The situation has left her feeling extremely anxious when she visits the bank, even triggering physical reactions like vomiting and crying. […]