# Trump Awards Fraud Tipster $10,000

> Trump gives right-wing YouTuber $10,000 for fraud tips in Minnesota childcare centers.
- Title: Trump Awards Fraud Tipster $10,000 · The Straits Times
- Summary: Trump gives right-wing YouTuber $10,000 for fraud tips in Minnesota childcare centers. Trump rewards Nick Shirley with $10,000 for exposing alleged fraud at…
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- Source: The Straits Times — https://straitstimes.com/world/united-states/trump-promises-cash-for-fraud-tips-as-he-awards-right-wing-youtuber
- Published: 2026-10-21T00:07:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: trump, nick shirley, minnesota, childcare centers, fraud, whistleblower, us government, news, world
## Trump launches Fraud Whistleblower Incentive Programme
Trump announced a cash prize for tipsters who uncover fraud in US government programmes.
## First recipient gets $10,000
Nick Shirley, a right-wing YouTuber, received US$10,000 for his viral video on alleged fraud at Minnesota childcare centers.
## Minnesota disputes some claims
Minnesota state officials called Shirley's claims misleading and exaggerated but one woman pleaded guilty to fraud charges.
## Trump promises unlimited 1% commission
Trump said tipsters could get an "unlimited 1% commission" on fraud reported to the government.
## Justice Department sets payment range
The Justice Department says tips leading to charges get US$10,000 to US$30,000 with Treasury committing US$25 million.
## Key takeaway

Trump rewards Nick Shirley with $10,000 for exposing alleged fraud at Minnesota childcare centers.