What are the Minnesota fraud allegations?
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Federal agents investigate over 30 Minnesota child care and health care facilities after viral fraud allegations claim millions in federal funds were misused. State officials dispute the claims, noting most centers had children present and no fraud evidence was found, though some were cited for safety violations. Broader concerns exist over a $9 billion COVID-era fraud scandal, but day care programs are not currently classified as high risk for fraud.
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New fraud allegations against Minnesota day care centers
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Department of Homeland Security agents investigate over 30 Minnesota child care and health care sites for alleged fraud following viral claims that these centers received millions in federal funds. State officials dispute the allegations, stating most facilities had children present and no evidence of fraud was found, though some were cited for safety violations.
Federal agents investigate alleged fraud at Minnesota child care centers after a viral video. State officials report most centers remain licensed and recently inspected, with some cited for safety violations but no fraud found. The probe occurs amid broader concerns over a $9 billion COVID-era fraud scandal, though day care programs are not considered high risk.
Department of Homeland Security conducts over 30 inspections in Minneapolis to investigate alleged widespread fraud, as part of a broader operation targeting criminal activity with immigration and international connections, including fraud. The operation also supports increased immigration enforcement.