Former DHS investigator Says Walz Administration Shut Down Fraud Investigation Unit.

Former DHS investigator Says Walz Administration Shut Down Fraud Investigation Unit.

Author: PodMN | Hubbard Radio April 29, 2026 Duration: 1:09:41
While most of us were just trying to pay our taxes and keep the lights on, fraudsters sitting in refugee camps in Kenya were casually chatting about how they were going to rip off Minnesota taxpayers. That’s right—thousands of miles away, in Kenyan refugee camps, these operators were openly discussing and plotting fraud schemes targeting our state. If you want the straight story on how your tax dollars were being schemed away before they even left the state, this is the episode. Grab your coffee (or something stronger), settle in, and hear Jay Swanson, Jay Kolls, and Kenny Olson, drop the truth that some of the Minnesota political class would rather you didn’t hear. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There’s a particular kind of clarity that comes with a good grumble, especially when it’s served with a laugh. That’s the atmosphere you’ll find each week on News from the Crabby Coffee Shop, a podcast from PodMN and Hubbard Radio. Hosts Kenny Olson of Garage Logic and former KSTP TV reporter Jay Kolls lean into their roles as seasoned curmudgeons, brewing up steaming hot takes on the issues and concerns of the day that are truly worth griping about. Their conversations feel like pulling up a chair at a familiar diner, where the news of the world-from Minnesota politics to global headlines-gets filtered through a lens of sharp wit and genuine exasperation. They’re often joined by a rotating cast of their so-called "famous" "friends," adding more voices to the mix. The charm of this podcast lies in its commitment to finding humor in the daily absurdities, arguing that no topic is too small for a proper grouse. It’s a refreshingly honest and consistently funny take on current events, perfect for anyone who prefers their news analysis with a strong dose of personality and a side of sarcasm.
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