New federal raids in Minnesota highlight problem of fraud in children’s programs
Federal raids in Minnesota have uncovered widespread fraud in publicly funded children's programs, including a pandemic-era feeding initiative that allegedly lost $300 million to fraudulent claims. The investigations, spanning several years, involve potentially billions of dollars in misused federal funds across multiple social service programs. While some fraud cases involve individuals of Somali descent, immigration enforcement actions targeting the community sparked controversy and protests.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onNew federal raids in Minnesota highlight problem of fraud in children’s programsMinnesota has been dealing with overlapping fraud investigations involving potentially billions of dollars in wasted federal fundsBySTEVE KARNOWSKI Associated PressApril 29, 2026, 6:07 PM1:24Federal and state officials load evidence into a vehicle as they execute a search warrant at The Original Childcare Center in south Minneapolis, Tuesday, April 28, 2026. (Ben Hovland/Minnesota Public Radio via AP)The Associated PressST. PAUL, Minn.
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