Summary
Representative Thomas Massie from Kentucky has urged his fellow Republicans to stop funding Minnesota day care programs linked to fraud, but he predicts the GOP will continue funding without fixing the issue. Over 60 people have been convicted of fraud in Minnesota related to these programs, with around 90 more charged. Federal funds for these programs are set to expire soon, and there is debate about how to address the ongoing fraud.
Key Facts
- Representative Thomas Massie predicts GOP will continue funding Minnesota day care programs without fixing the alleged fraud.
- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced cuts to Minnesota's child care funding due to fraud allegations.
- Over 60 people in Minnesota have been convicted of fraud linked to these programs, with around 90 more charged.
- Estimates suggest taxpayer losses could range from $250 million to $1 billion from fraud in these programs.
- Federal funding for child care is set to expire early next year.
- Massie has questioned the federal government's role in funding day care programs.
- Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has ordered audits and actions to address the fraud in these programs.
- Jim O'Neill of HHS confirmed freezing child care payments to Minnesota due to ongoing fraud concerns.
