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Trump Launches Fraud Probe in Minnesota's Nutrition Scandal

12/5/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced new actions to investigate fraud in Minnesota, labeling it a hub of money laundering.
The actions include a Treasury probe into funds allegedly diverted to al-Shabaab.
The Feeding Our Future scheme, valued at $250 million, exploited a federal nutrition program during the pandemic, with more than 75 individuals charged.
Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) called Trump's remarks vile and creepy.

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced new actions to investigate fraud in Minnesota, labeling it a hub of money laundering.
The actions include a Treasury probe into funds allegedly diverted to al-Shabaab.
The Feeding Our Future scheme, valued at $250 million, exploited a federal nutrition program during the pandemic, with more than 75 individuals charged.
Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) called Trump's remarks vile and creepy.