Trump and Vance launch $25 million fraud whistleblower rewards to catch abuse
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Vice President JD Vance and President Donald Trump unveiled a new fraud whistleblower incentive program with up to $30,000 per tip and a $25 million funding commitment, while UNC-Chapel Hill settled federal Title VI probes and Dulles moved ahead with a new VIP terminal.
President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance announced on Tuesday a new Fraud Whistleblower Incentive Program, an aggressive effort to encourage tips that lead to successful fraud convictions or significant federal enforcement actions. The initiative, administered by the Justice Department, will provide rewards of up to $30,000 per tip and is backed by an initial $25 million allocation. A White House official said the program will recognize individuals who help uncover fraud in government programs, and the first award will be presented to conservative YouTube personality Nick Shirley, who previously highlighted alleged misuse of federal daycare funds.
In a separate development, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill reached an agreement with the administration to close 19 federal investigations related to Title VI compliance. The settlement, which does not require the university to pay a penalty, includes the hiring of a merit and civil rights administrator, mandatory antisemitism training, and quarterly reporting on discrimination complaints dating back to the start of the Israel-Gaza conflict in October 2023.
The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority also announced plans to build a 37,000-square-foot VIP passenger terminal at Dulles International Airport. Irish firm daa International will develop and operate the facility for an initial 20-year term, offering private security screening, dedicated entrances, and lounge amenities aimed at business and leisure travelers.