LOADING ERROR LOADINGThe Trump administration on Monday said it had slashed billions in social services funds to a handful of blue states as part of its escalating response to new and unproven fraud allegations in Minnesota. AdvertisementIt’s not clear whether the freeze was inspired by specific fraud allegations or solely for political reasons. The Justice Department has charged dozens of people in Minnesota in a massive fraud scheme that siphoned away $250 million in federal child nutrition funds. AdvertisementIn December, a right-wing YouTuber posted a video alleging similar fraud at several day care centers, claiming the facilities weren’t serving any children. The state said its inspectors vetted the providers and didn’t find violations; the Trump administration has since frozen care payments nationwide.

Source: Huffington Post January 05, 2026 22:08 UTC