Minnesota must provide documents to US government in child care fraud probe by next week

Minnesota officials are rushing to provide information to the Trump administration about child care providers and parents receiving federal funds. This follows allegations of widespread abuse. According to an email sent to recipients, Minnesota’s Department of Children, Youth and Families has until January 9 to verify recipients after funds were frozen due to fraud schemes at day care centers. All 50 states must now provide additional verification before receiving more funds. Minnesota Democrats accuse the Trump administration of playing politics and hurting Minnesota families and children as a result.