Nick Shirley reports receiving death threats following Minnesota fraud video going viral.
Independent journalist Nick Shirley reported experiencing death threats and harassment, including disturbing phone calls to his family, after he released a video alleging fraud at a day care center in Minnesota. During a television appearance on December 31, Shirley detailed the threats, claiming he was told he’d be “kirked,” referencing the assassination of conservative activist […]
2012 audit revealed $16M in improper child care payments to Minnesota, with millions more sent to the state since then.
Minnesota Day Care Scandal Overview WASHINGTON — The day care scandal in Minnesota has been developing for years. According to an audit conducted almost a decade ago, nearly 20% of taxpayer money, approximately $16 million, that was intended for child care centers was misappropriated. This audit was highlighted during the Trump administration, focusing on the […]
Republicans call for federal response regarding the suspected fraud scandal in Minnesota
Somalia-run nursery school suffers from intrusion of important documents There’s a growing demand among Republicans for accountability concerning the alleged fraud scandal in Minnesota. Accusations are flying at state Democrats, claiming they’ve let billions in taxpayer money slip through the cracks. Lawmakers from Florida are making some pretty strong comparisons, likening this situation to organized […]
Calls for welfare reform follow Minnesota fraud scandal
Editorial Board Calls for Reform of Minnesota’s Entitlement Programs The Washington Post’s Editorial Board has urged the Trump administration to advocate for “meaningful reform” in Minnesota’s entitlement programs, especially the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This call comes after independent journalist Nick Shirley exposed over $100 million in suspected fraud within Minnesota’s child care system. […]
Nick Shirley stands by his comments on Minnesota daycare fraud following CNN interview
Independent Journalist Discusses Daycare Fraud Investigation on CNN Independent journalist Nick Shirley appeared on CNN’s “Anderson Cooper 360” recently, where he discussed his investigation into fraud allegations at a Minnesota daycare center. During the segment, CNN correspondent Whitney Wilde questioned his investigative methods. “But don’t you think the nursery should be unlocked?” Wilde asked. “You […]
Nick Shirley criticizes CBS reporter regarding allegations of fraud at a Minnesota daycare
Independent journalist Nick Shirley has taken issue with CBS News reporter Jonah Kaplan, who claimed in a video that a Minnesota child care center Shirley visited was not “fraudulent.” Kaplan, reporting from CBS News’ Minneapolis bureau, shared this video on the CBS News X account. In response, Shirley presented his own independent analysis of several […]
Trump addresses claimed fraud scheme in Minnesota at Mar-a-Lago event
Trump Critiques Minnesota’s Fraud Allegations at New Year’s Event During a New Year’s Eve gathering at Mar-a-Lago, former President Donald Trump criticized claims of social services fraud in Minnesota. He remarked, “Can you imagine they stole $18 billion? That’s exactly what we’re learning. It’s essentially nothing compared to what’s happening in California, Illinois, and, sadly, […]
Trump Broadens Child Care Funding Halt Beyond Minnesota
Federal Child Care Funding Freeze Expands The Trump administration is broadening a freeze on federal child care funding beyond just Minnesota as the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) conducts a nationwide review aimed at addressing fraud concerns. Deputy Secretary of Health, Jim O’Neill, announced on Tuesday that all federal child care payments […]
HHS plans to halt future child care funding to states other than Minnesota.
Child Care Funding Freeze and Fraud Investigation WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has decided to halt all future child care funding for states, excluding Minnesota. Meanwhile, President Trump has suggested that his administration will uncover significant fraud issues in California. The review of government funding commenced in Minnesota and […]
Trump: Most fraud in Minnesota is committed by undocumented individuals from Somalia, and Rep. Omar is among the many scammers.
Trump’s Controversial Comments on Somali Immigrants and Ilhan Omar In a recent post on Truth Social, former President Donald Trump directed strong criticism towards Somali immigrants in Minnesota, specifically targeting Democratic Representative Ilhan Omar, whom he called part of a group of “con artists” allegedly defrauding taxpayers. On Wednesday, Trump expressed his frustration over Somali […]