President Trump Sets 1% Fraud Rewards

President Trump and Vice President JD Vance announced a Justice Department Fraud Whistleblower Incentive Program for people who report suspected fraud involving federal funds. The program is funded with $25 million. The False Claims Act already lets private whistleblowers sue for the government and seek a share of recoveries. Reporter Andrew FeinbergAndrew FeinbergAmerican journalist raised that law as an alternative, while Vance said more than 99% of fraud the administration is finding falls outside it. Trump said he would decide who deserves an award, while the Justice Department says it has sole discretion. The administration named YouTuber Nick ShirleyNick ShirleyAmerican YouTuber and influencer (born 2002) as the first recipient, saying he received $10,000 for a daycare fraud tip.