Federal probe into Somali-run day care centers after viral video
YouTuber Nick Shirley's viral video alleging fraud at Somali-run day cares spurs a federal investigation as DHHS freezes Minnesota childcare payments pending audits and evidence.
Overview
Roughly 70 individuals have been charged in the case, with most from the Somali community, CNN reports, amid allegations of fraud at Somali-run day care centers.
YouTuber Nick Shirley released a video alleging fraud at the centers, which sparked the federal probe despite limited evidence presented publicly.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services froze Minnesota childcare payments while authorities conduct an audit and seek corroborating documentation.
The action underscores how viral claims can trigger formal investigations, prompting agencies to require audits and evidence before continuing funding to the state.
Officials have not yet concluded fraud or the scope of misuse, focusing on verifying allegations while safeguarding federal childcare funds.
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FAQ
A viral YouTube video by Nick Shirley alleging fraud at Minnesota day care centers run by the Somali community prompted the investigation.[1]
Roughly 70 individuals, mostly from the Somali community, have been charged with fraud related to the day care centers.
The DHHS has frozen Minnesota childcare payments pending audits and evidence to verify the fraud allegations and protect federal funds.
Day care centers claim they were inspected recently with no fraud found and children present; officials are conducting comprehensive audits, launched a fraud hotline, and plan further reviews by late January.[1]
No, officials have not concluded fraud or determined the scope; investigations and audits are ongoing to verify allegations.[1]
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