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Whistleblowers Allege DHS Ignored $104M Fraud Warnings

2/3/2026

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Whistleblowers from the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) allege leaders ignored fraud warnings about the Housing Stabilization Services program, which rose from under $3 million to about $104 million by 2024.
An unsigned letter to Congress claims retaliation against employees who raised concerns.
Thirteen individuals have been indicted for fraud.
Former DHS leader Jodi Harpstead discouraged reporting concerns before resigning in February 2025.

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Whistleblowers from the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) allege leaders ignored fraud warnings about the Housing Stabilization Services program, which rose from under $3 million to about $104 million by 2024.
An unsigned letter to Congress claims retaliation against employees who raised concerns.
Thirteen individuals have been indicted for fraud.
Former DHS leader Jodi Harpstead discouraged reporting concerns before resigning in February 2025.