# ANOTHER Massive Somali Fraud in Ohio plus Tucker Descends into Madness

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Published: 2026-05-06T07:40:00+00:00
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## Resource

1. Large-Scale Medicaid Fraud There is widespread fraud in Medicaid-funded home healthcare programs , particularly in Ohio. Companies bill the government for non-verifiable services (e.g., “companionship” or family care). Some businesses are shell companies or share addresses. Individuals may be paid to care for relatives , with limited oversight. This represents systemic misuse of taxpayer funds , potentially occurring nationwide. 2. Expansion of Fraud Narrative Similar fraud patterns exist in multiple states (e.g., Minnesota, California, New York). Fraud spans multiple industries (home healthcare, childcare, trucking). This is a national pattern rather than isolated incidents . 3. Government Oversight Criticism Federal and state oversight is inadequate . Medicaid systems are described as difficult to monitor because services occur in private homes. Authorities and regulators are portrayed as failing to detect or stop abuse . 4. Media Criticism Mainstream media outlets (e.g., CNN, New York Times): They ignore or underreport fraud stories . Independent or partisan outlets are portrayed as doing the investigative work instead. This reinforces institutional neglect or bias . Specific communities (Somali immigrants) . Immigration and demographic changes. 5. Tucker Carlson Accuses him of: Making extreme claims (e.g., about Trump) Denying previous statements Promoting controversial or fringe viewpoints Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the  47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://…

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