From Fox News · Elizabeth Elkind · · 1m 10s
Democrats back Trump's fraud crackdown targeting Walz
House Democrats join Trump to make fraud unit permanent, targeting Minnesota's alleged fraud scandal
In brief
House Democrats join Trump to make fraud unit permanent, targeting Minnesota's alleged fraud scandal Over 140 Democrats voted with Republicans to create a permanent National Fraud Enforcement Division after accusing Walz and Minnesota's attorney general of fraud. Originally reported by Fox News.
Trump administration boosts fraud crackdown
The Trump administration created a new DOJ division targeting federal fraud in January 2026.
Democrats vote for fraud unit
Over 140 House Democrats joined Republicans to make the National Fraud Enforcement Division permanent with a 352-72 vote.
Walz and Ellison under investigation
Vice President JD Vance referred Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and state Attorney General Keith Ellison to the fraud division for criminal investigation.
Minnesota fraud claims
Republicans accuse Walz and Ellison of facilitating a fraud scandal affecting Minnesota's social welfare programs.
Raskin supports bill
Rep. Jamie Raskin said he would give tepid support to the legislation, noting a fraud division has existed within DOJ for decades.
Van Drew defends bill
Rep. Jeff Van Drew called the bill a nonpartisan commitment to address fraud and help the public.
What to remember
Over 140 Democrats voted with Republicans to create a permanent National Fraud Enforcement Division after accusing Walz and Minnesota's attorney general of fraud.
