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Trump Freezes $185M in Fraudesota Childcare Funds Amid Expanding, Massive Probe
Main Allegation: Widespread fraud in Minnesota’s childcare programs, allegedly involving fake daycare centers and misuse of federal funds over the past decade.
Federal Response:
The Trump administration froze $185 million in federal childcare funds to Minnesota.
Actions announced by Deputy Secretary Jim O’Neill include:
Activation of the “Defend the Spend” system requiring receipts or photo evidence before payments.
A demand letter to Governor Tim Walz for a full review of childcare centers.
Launch of a fraud reporting hotline and email.
FBI and DHS expanded…
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