House lawmakers on Wednesday questioned independent content creator Nick Shirley about his viral reporting on alleged child care fraud in Minnesota, as Congress intensifies scrutiny of a series of high-profile fraud cases that have shaken the state and drawn national attention.
The House Judiciary Committee hearing examined multiple Minnesota fraud investigations, including the sprawling Feeding Our Future case and newer inquiries involving housing stabilization and federally funded autism programs. Republicans and several witnesses accused state leaders of ignoring years of warning signs, while Democrats focused on the federal government’s response and warned against undermining public trust in social service programs.
Nick Shirley testifies during a House Judiciary subcommittee hearing on public funds abuse on Capitol Hill, Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib)
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