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Trump Launches Fraud Whistleblower Incentive Program, Offers 1% Rewards

By Drooid · Oct 25, 2026, 10:29 PM UTC · How we work

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced the Fraud Whistleblower Incentive Program on Tuesday.
Assistant Attorney General Colin McDonald reported the new tip line received thousands of tips within days.
Qualifying tipsters will earn a 1% commission on recovered fraud proceeds, subject to applicable laws.
Rewards are paid only if a tip leads to a fraud conviction or significant federal enforcement action.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump announced the Fraud Whistleblower Incentive Program on Tuesday.
Assistant Attorney General Colin McDonald reported the new tip line received thousands of tips within days.
Qualifying tipsters will earn a 1% commission on recovered fraud proceeds, subject to applicable laws.
Rewards are paid only if a tip leads to a fraud conviction or significant federal enforcement action.