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Billions Misappropriated in Minnesota Welfare Scandal Linked to Al-Shabab

12/1/2025

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Federal investigations show billions of taxpayer dollars misappropriated in Minnesota's welfare scandal, possibly aiding Al-Shabab.
Lawmakers urge the U.S. Department of Justice to probe claims that stolen funds were funneled overseas.
Feeding Our Future is accused of stealing more than $240 million.
New allegations involve fraudulent Medicaid claims and autism-care funding schemes using shell companies to launder proceeds.
Governor Walz paused payments to vulnerable programs amid fraud concerns.

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Story summary

Federal investigations show billions of taxpayer dollars misappropriated in Minnesota's welfare scandal, possibly aiding Al-Shabab.
Lawmakers urge the U.S. Department of Justice to probe claims that stolen funds were funneled overseas.
Feeding Our Future is accused of stealing more than $240 million.
New allegations involve fraudulent Medicaid claims and autism-care funding schemes using shell companies to launder proceeds.
Governor Walz paused payments to vulnerable programs amid fraud concerns.