Emmer says MN fraud raids send ‘crystal clear’ message after feds hit dozens of sites

House Majority Whip Tom Emmer praised federal raids on Somali-owned businesses in Minnesota as part of a fraud investigation, highlighting law enforcement's message against taxpayer fraud. The FBI and HSI raided 22 sites, including childcare facilities accused of billing for non-existent services, with Quality Learning Center and Baby Halimo Child Care specifically mentioned. Emmer criticized Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison for allegedly ignoring welfare fraud allegations.