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The allegation that the money stolen through the entitlement fraud in Minnesota is being used to finance international terrorist groups like al-Shabaab.
A terrorist group based in Somalia. The podcast discusses allegations and evidence that money from the Minnesota fraud schemes is being funneled to this organization.
The theory that the fraud is not just isolated misconduct but a system where politicians allow the flow of government funds to specific communities in exchange for votes and political power.
The endemic misuse of public funds, kickbacks to developers, and shielding of officials in Los Angeles.
A state-administered, federally-funded program in Minnesota designed to subsidize childcare for low-income families. It is the primary vehicle through which the daycare fraud was allegedly committed.
A significant immigrant community in Minnesota, members of which have been disproportionately charged in connection with the state's massive entitlement fraud schemes.
The illegal abuse of state or federal welfare and social programs, a key target of Shirley's investigations.
A massive fraud scheme exposed by Nick Shirley involving daycare centers exploiting state funds in Minnesota.
Independent investigative journalist and YouTuber known for exposing government fraud and corruption.
A significant trend among comedians and tech entrepreneurs, discussed by Tony Hinchcliffe as being driven by California's mismanagement of the pandemic and riots.
Chosen by Jason Calacanis as his 'Disgraciad of the Year', calling it 'absolutely disgraceful'.