Trump, Vance Offer Cash For Tips in Fraud Crackdown Weeks Ahead of Midterms
Summary
President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance introduced a $25 million program to reward people who report fraud involving federal government programs. The Justice Department will manage the program, offering rewards to those who provide useful information leading to criminal charges.Key Facts
- The program is called the Whistleblower Rewards Program.
- Rewards range from $10,000 up to $30,000, or one percent of the fraud amount found.
- It targets fraud in federal programs related to health care, agriculture, labor, education, veterans affairs, and more.
- Tips must be original, truthful, complete, and help lead to criminal charges.
- People who actively took part in the fraud generally cannot get rewards.
- The program is part of a wider effort by the Trump administration to reduce fraud and improper payments in government programs.
- Americans can report fraud through the Justice Department’s website, fraud.gov.
- Journalist Nick Shirley will receive $10,000 for reporting suspected fraud in Minnesota child care centers.
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