US EditionFederal Childcare Funds Dispute: Trump Administration Targets Minnesota Over Fraud Claims
The US Department of Health and Human Services halted federal childcare funding to Minnesota amid allegations of widespread fraud and political disputes, with previous investigations involving $250 million.
- On Tuesday, the US Department of Health and Human Services froze federal child-care payments to Minnesota, sparking a public standoff with Governor Tim Walz that has not abated.
- Right-Wing influencer Nick Shirley's video went viral last week, alleging $110 million in taxpayer funds went to empty Minnesota day-care centers and drawing national attention.
- Federal agents are on the ground inspecting day‑care sites and interviewing operators as Deputy HHS Secretary Jim O'Neal said investigators are finding fraud in taxpayer-funded programs.
- HHS demanded a comprehensive audit, including attendance records and licenses, before restoring funds, and some payments have been suspended, including a $250 million hold, according to reporting.
- Amid partisan backlash, Governor Tim Walz condemned the freeze as political and wrote `This is Trump's long game`, while The Guardian noted fraud probes dating to 2022 tied to a $250 million scheme.
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The Ministry of Health and Social Affairs is going through. Payments to Minnesota are being suspended. The impact on families is unclear.
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