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Governor Blasts Conservatives Over Somali Daycare Fraud Claims

1/5/2026

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A blue-state governor criticized conservatives for harming the Somali-American community amid allegations of daycare fraud in Minnesota and Washington.
Washington's Department of Children, Youth and Families said it conducts audits and site visits to minimize fraud.
Reports of harassment against Somali daycare providers prompted the state's Attorney General to urge proper reporting channels for suspected fraud.

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A blue-state governor criticized conservatives for harming the Somali-American community amid allegations of daycare fraud in Minnesota and Washington.
Washington's Department of Children, Youth and Families said it conducts audits and site visits to minimize fraud.
Reports of harassment against Somali daycare providers prompted the state's Attorney General to urge proper reporting channels for suspected fraud.