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BREAKING: Nick Shirley’s Minnesota Somali fraud video just crossed 100 million views on X. You a...

By DogeDesigner

Posted December 29, 2025

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About the Creator

DogeDesigner, known as @cb_doge on X, is a prominent account focused on breaking news, politics, and pro-MAGA content with a concise, attention-grabbing style. They frequently amplify viral stories from conservative influencers like Nick Shirley, gaining credibility within right-leaning online communities for timely shares that often predict trends. Their posts blend urgency with subtle sarcasm, positioning them as a key curator of 'citizen journalism' in the social media space.

What's This About?

The post highlights Nick Shirley's viral 42-minute video exposing alleged massive fraud in Minnesota's government-subsidized childcare programs, particularly those run by Somali-owned centers in Minneapolis.[1][2] Shirley visits deserted facilities like the misspelled 'Quality Learing Center,' which reportedly received $4 million in state funds for 99 children despite appearing inactive, tying into broader claims of over $1 billion in social services fraud linked to the Somali community.[1][2][3] Key themes include government waste under Gov. Tim Walz, taxpayer-funded scams, and reluctance by media to cover due to fears of racism accusations, sparking responses from the FBI, JD Vance, and others.[1][2]

🔥Why It's Trending

The video crossed 100 million views on X during Christmas week 2025, fueled by endorsements from high-profile figures like JD Vance, Donald Trump Jr., and Elon Musk amid ongoing Minnesota fraud scandals.[1][2] Timing aligns with federal probes revealing $9 billion in potential misappropriated funds since 2018, 89% involving Somali Americans, amplifying political attacks on Walz.[1] Its raw, on-the-ground footage resonates in polarized U.S. politics, positioning X as the new media hub.

💡Fun Facts

1Shirley's video shows a daycare center with a sign misspelled 'Quality Learing Center' that got $4M for 99 kids but looked empty on a weekday.[1][2]
2Over $1B in Minnesota social services fraud tied to Somali schemes, more than the state's annual prison budget.[2][3]
3FBI praised the video and surged resources to Minnesota, calling a $250M scheme the 'tip of a very large iceberg.'[2]
4Similar to Shirley's NYC counterfeit video that prompted ICE raids shortly after.[1]
559 people convicted so far in related federal cases, with 82 of 92 charged being Somali Americans.[1]

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axios.com

https://www.axios.com/2025/12/29/nick-shirley-minnesota-fraud-vance-fbi-somali

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Fox News

Tim Walz pushes back on Minnesota fraud allegations following viral daycare video

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz defends his administration's fraud oversight after viral video by independent journalist Nick Shirley raises questions about childcare facilities in Minneapolis.

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