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Colbert's Break Leaves Minnesota Daycare Scandal Uncovered

1/1/2026

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Stephen Colbert, a late-night host, is on break, creating a gap in coverage of the Minnesota daycare scandal.
YouTuber Nick Shirley claims to have uncovered over $110 million in fraud within the Somali community, alleging mainstream media suppressed it.
Shirley's video has attracted over 100 million views.
Social media users mock the situation with satirical posts, and the scandal raises questions about how late-night shows will address it on return.

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Story summary

Stephen Colbert, a late-night host, is on break, creating a gap in coverage of the Minnesota daycare scandal.
YouTuber Nick Shirley claims to have uncovered over $110 million in fraud within the Somali community, alleging mainstream media suppressed it.
Shirley's video has attracted over 100 million views.
Social media users mock the situation with satirical posts, and the scandal raises questions about how late-night shows will address it on return.