The Fox News Rundown How Minnesota’s Massive Schemes Were Allowed To Go On For Years
Jan 8, 2026
Join Lisa Demuth, Minnesota House Speaker and 2026 gubernatorial candidate, as she dives into the startling revelations of long-standing fraud schemes in Minnesota. Demuth discusses the alleged suppression of investigations by state officials and highlights the alarming scale of pandemic-related fraud, potentially amounting to $9 billion. With firsthand insights into whistleblower claims and the political ramifications, she sheds light on the urgent need for accountability. In a surprising twist, the conversation also touches on President Trump's controversial comments about Greenland's strategic value.
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Scale Of Minnesota Fraud Revealed
- Federal investigations exposed large-scale fraud in Minnesota that state action failed to stop.
- U.S. Attorney Joe Thompson estimated stolen funds could reach $9 billion and 98 people were charged.
Ellison Meeting With Feeding Our Future
- Walter Hudson testified that he had audio of Attorney General Keith Ellison meeting with Feeding Our Future officials.
- Ellison said he met in good faith, returned donations, and some attendees later were convicted of fraud.
Political Control Linked To Oversight Gaps
- Lisa DeMuth argued continuous Democratic control in Minnesota allowed fraud to grow unchecked.
- She tied expanded state budgets and COVID-era funds to increased opportunities for misuse without internal controls.