Valuetainment "Where Are The Children?" - Nick Shirley UNCOVERS Minneapolis BILLION DOLLAR Daycare Fraud
Dec 29, 2025
Join Adam Sosnick, a seasoned commentator with a knack for local insights, and Vincent 'Vinny' Oshana, who dives deep into the allegations, as they discuss explosive fraud claims tied to Minnesota's daycare system. They explore why mainstream media is silent on this billion-dollar scandal and the uncomfortable links to political figures. With Nick Shirley's viral investigation at the forefront, they dissect the alarming statistics on welfare use and the potential for political cover-ups, urging accountability in a shocking tale of institutional failure.
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Independent Journalist Breaks Viral Fraud Story
- A 23-year-old independent journalist, Nick Shirley, exposed alleged large-scale Minnesota daycare fraud that went massively viral online.
- Major legacy outlets largely did not feature the story on their homepages despite 100M+ views, highlighting a media coverage gap.
Neighbors See Money Without Kids
- Vincent ‘Vinny’ Oshana recounts multiple Minnesota child care centers receiving millions with few or no visible children and zero inspections.
- He describes neighbors seeing luxury cars and communities surprised by sudden facility populations and practices.
Claims Of Little Oversight And High Welfare Use
- The panel alleges state sends monthly checks with minimal inspections, enabling repeated billing for empty facilities.
- They highlight statistics showing high welfare reliance among Somali immigrant households in Minnesota after 10 years to argue systemic issues.