Telegram readers are familiar with the billions of dollars in fraud uncovered in Minnesota. While Minnesota has become one of the most well-known examples, this problem is occurring across the country.

We have been working tirelessly to crack down on fraud, but too often we have been met with resistance from Democrats who refuse to confront the problem.

In Wisconsin, more than $15.5 million in fraudulent Medicaid payments were identified between 2019 and 2022, yet Governor Tony Evers continues to refuse an audit of our food stamp rolls. He even vetoed legislation that would have required one.

Despite those obstacles, we are continuing the fight.

Since the White House Task Force to Eliminate Fraud began its work, it has uncovered nearly $230 billion in fraud and prevented an additional $56 billion in fraudulent payments from ending up in the pockets of criminals.

This week, the White House also launched a new dashboard that allows Americans to see the fraud identified across the country. Click here to explore it.

In addition, childless, able-bodied adults receiving Medicaid benefits will be required to meet a common-sense, 20-hour-per-week work requirement. Exemptions remain for pregnant women, people with disabilities, and low-income children. Supported by nearly 80% of Wisconsin voters in 2023, this policy is designed to promote opportunity, strengthen workforce participation, and help more people move toward greater independence.

If we want to preserve our safety net programs for the Americans who truly need them, we must stop fraudsters and ensure these programs serve their intended purpose.