Last mentioned: Mar 4, 2026
Congressional Testimony
Governor Walz and AG Ellison testify before the House Oversight Committee.
Auditor's Report
Minnesota Legislative Auditor releases a scathing report on state oversight failures.
First Indictments
DOJ announces charges against 47 individuals for conspiracy and money laundering.
FBI Intervention
Federal agents conduct massive raids across Minnesota targeting 200+ locations.
Legal Dispute
MDE attempts to stop payments; Feeding Our Future sues the state for discrimination and breach of contract.
Program Expansion
Pandemic-era waivers expand federal food program funding and eligibility.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison testified before the House Oversight Committee regarding the state's failure to prevent a massive $250 million pandemic-era fraud scheme. The hearing focuses on regulatory lapses and the systemic breakdown of oversight mechanisms within state-administered federal programs.