Tim Walz's child care remarks in the 2024 VP debate face scrutiny after a $9 billion fraud scandal involving Somali community programs.

During the 2024 vice presidential debate, Tim Walz highlighted his experience with a child care business in Minnesota. This came before a major fraud scandal involving $9 billion in funds tied to Somali community programs emerged, raising questions about oversight and accountability in state-funded initiatives. The timing of his remarks has drawn scrutiny as new details about the scandal surfaced.