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Feeding Our Future Scandal: 80 Convicted in Fraud Scheme

1/19/2026

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A Minnesota welfare-fraud scandal centers on Feeding Our Future, alleged to have stolen hundreds of millions for low-income meals, with nearly 80 people convicted.
The case drew attention as U.S. President Donald Trump used it to attack Minnesota Democrats and push an anti-immigrant stance, noting many offenders are Somali Americans.
Minnesota has started audits and formed a fraud-fighting unit to strengthen welfare oversight.

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A Minnesota welfare-fraud scandal centers on Feeding Our Future, alleged to have stolen hundreds of millions for low-income meals, with nearly 80 people convicted.
The case drew attention as U.S. President Donald Trump used it to attack Minnesota Democrats and push an anti-immigrant stance, noting many offenders are Somali Americans.
Minnesota has started audits and formed a fraud-fighting unit to strengthen welfare oversight.