Trump and Vance announce $25 million fraud whistleblower incentive program
The White House said a new $25 million program will reward tipsters up to $30,000 for information that leads to fraud convictions involving taxpayer money.
President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance are set to launch a $25 million Fraud Whistleblower Incentive Program (WHIP) aimed at encouraging the public to report suspected taxpayer fraud. The Justice Department will manage the program, and tips can be submitted through the website fraud.gov. Rewards of up to $30,000 will be paid only when the information results in a fraud conviction or a significant federal enforcement action.
White House spokeswoman Lauren Bis said the task force is focused on addressing misuse of taxpayer dollars. The administration also plans to present independent journalist Nick Shirley with a $10,000 check for his reporting on alleged fraud in Minnesota daycare centers, which the White House credited with prompting federal investigations and charges.
The program builds on the Task Force to Eliminate Fraud, created in March, which coordinates efforts across agencies to detect improper payments and strengthen eligibility checks. Officials emphasized that merely submitting a tip will not qualify for a reward; the tip must lead to a successful conviction or enforcement outcome.