Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is under fire after a bombshell viral video exposed massive fraud in state aid programs tied to the Somali community, potentially siphoning off up to $9 billion in taxpayer dollars—including a shady daycare that pocketed $4 million despite appearing empty and sporting a misspelled sign.
Republicans are demanding the former Democratic VP nominee be held accountable for the “largest fraud in US history,” accusing state officials of turning a blind eye while the scam unfolded right under their noses. Independent journalist Nick Shirley’s 42-minute exposé, which racked up 70 million views in days, shines a harsh light on the unchecked waste in the North Star State. Shirley’s on-site investigation at the Quality Learning Center in Minneapolis revealed a dimly lit lobby, an empty parking lot, and a sign botched as “Quality Learing Center”—all while the facility reportedly received millions in public funds with no kids in sight.
When he approached staff, a woman freaked out, screaming “Don’t open up! It’s ICE!” repeatedly, mistaking him for immigration enforcement. This center alone allegedly scored $4 million, highlighting how easy it was for fraudsters to game the system under Walz’s watch, even with licensing violations that should’ve raised red flags.
Top Republicans aren’t holding back, blasting Walz and his administration for the epic fail. Gubernatorial hopeful Lisa Demuth slammed the handouts to “vacant businesses,” while Rep. Tom Emmer mocked the misspelled education center getting millions. Congressman Mike Lawler called for arrests, prosecutions, and congressional hearings to grill Walz, with Elon Musk warning Americans will be “horrified” at the misuse of their taxes. VP JD Vance tied it to broader immigration fraud, as federal probes reveal at least $1 billion stolen from programs for the homeless, kids’ meals, and autism therapy—with 86 charged and 59 convicted, mostly from the Somali community.