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Fraud in Minnesota

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What's the deal with fraud in Minnesota? The Feeding Our Future scandal, explained.

Fraud in Minnesota has become a flashpoint for incendiary comments about Somali-Americans by President Donald Trump, as well as a sticking point in the 2026 Minnesota gubernatorial election. It's also resulted in a fair bit of misinformation and disinformation in the news.

Judge sentences Feeding Our Future defendant to 3 1/2 years, citing ‘flagrant fraud’

Judge sentences Feeding Our Future defendant to 3 1/2 years, citing ‘flagrant fraud’

Sharon Ross of Big Lake pleaded guilty in early 2024 to stealing $2.4 million from taxpayer-funded child nutrition programs as part of what federal prosecutors in Minnesota say was a $250 million scam involving 70 people and “the single largest COVID-19 fraud scheme in the country.”
by Matt Sepic

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Trial starts for alleged ringleader of massive COVID food fraud

Trial starts for alleged ringleader of massive COVID food fraud

A federal jury was selected Monday in the second criminal trial to stem from a lengthy federal investigation into Feeding Our Future. The judge put security measures in place after an alleged attempted bribe of jurors in the first trial in the case.
by Matt Sepic

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Federal judge dismisses lawsuit filed against second trooper by family of Ricky Cobb II

Federal judge dismisses lawsuit filed against second trooper by family of Ricky Cobb II

Ricky Cobb’s mother Nyra Miller-Fields sued the troopers, alleging excessive force and that the extended traffic stop was unconstitutional. A federal judge dismissed the lawsuit. Miller-Fields is appealing the decision.
by Matt Sepic

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After juror bribe attempt, judge tightens security at second Feeding Our Future trial

After juror bribe attempt, judge tightens security at second Feeding Our Future trial

During a pretrial hearing on Thursday, Judge Nancy Brasel said that the four defendants may view paper copies of juror questionnaires and take notes on them, but must hand over any notes to their attorneys before leaving the courthouse.
by Matt Sepic

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Frey listed among 175 potential government witnesses in next Feeding Our Future trial

Frey listed among 175 potential government witnesses in next Feeding Our Future trial

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is on the government’s witness list in the second Feeding Our Future trial. He is not accused of any wrongdoing and a spokesperson said Frey has not received a subpoena to testify.
by Matt Sepic

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Little Falls baby shop owner faces prison after admitting loan fraud scheme

Little Falls baby shop owner faces prison after admitting loan fraud scheme

The U.S. Small Business Administration named Baby’s On Broadway Minnesota’s woman-owned small business of 2023 but the U.S. Attorney’s Office says she used a phony supplier and fake invoices to secure $9 million in financing from two lenders.
by Matt Sepic

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Three indicted for alleged Medicaid fraud linked to Twin Cities substance abuse treatment center

Three indicted for alleged Medicaid fraud linked to Twin Cities substance abuse treatment center

The indictment says the women spent taxpayer funds on chartered jets, country club memberships, vehicles and luxury goods after billing Medicaid about $30 million over six years.
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Gov. Tim Walz says he’ll propose anti-fraud measures, reflects on VP bid

Gov. Tim Walz says he’ll propose anti-fraud measures, reflects on VP bid

In his first interview with MPR News since his vice presidential run, Tim Walz said he still has “privilege” of serving as Minnesota governor, urged lawmakers to work together in divided government.
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