Networks of fraudsters, many from Minnesota’s Somali community, exploited welfare programs—and raked in billions of taxpayer dollars, authorities say.
At least three major scandals are involved, one of which has been developing for years. Two others recently surfaced. Then came new revelations that inspired presidential action and touched off calls for further investigation.
Here’s what we know about the multifaceted controversy drawing national attention—and greater scrutiny—to the North Star State.
Biggest Scandal of Its Kind
The Department of Justice (DOJ) said a Minnesota nonprofit called “Feeding Our Future” and its affiliates stole more than $240 million in federal funds, in what constituted the nation’s largest COVID-19 pandemic-relief scheme….