Coronavirus Relief Fraud Trial in Minnesota

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Two jurors have been dismissed in a major coronavirus relief fraud trial in Minnesota after attempts to bribe them with $120,000 each in exchange for voting to acquit defendants accused of defrauding the government of $250 million intended for needy children. The accused allegedly used a program called 'Feeding Our Future' to file for relief funding but few children actually received aid. The trial involves around 60 Somali migrants, with some pleading guilty and others pleading not guilty.

Key Points

  • Two jurors were dismissed in a high-profile coronavirus relief fraud trial in Minnesota after attempts to bribe them with $120,000 each
  • Around 60 Somali migrants are accused of defrauding the government of $250 million meant for needy children
  • The accused used the 'Feeding Our Future' program to file for relief funding but allegedly provided aid to few children

Pros

  • Efforts to combat fraud and corruption in government programs
  • Justice being served in cases of alleged exploitation

Cons

  • Attempted bribery of jurors compromising the trial process
  • Misuse of relief funds meant for needy children