Tempers flared in Minneapolis as YouTuber Nick Shirley was forcibly pushed out of a building during his latest probe into alleged fraud tied to Somali-run businesses.
Independent reporter Nick Shirley, alongside colleague David Hoch, filmed himself inside a Minneapolis building searching for Advanced Mobility, a transportation company listed on its website as operating out of Suite 224 in a one-story structure. They found no such suite existed, and employees in other shops had no knowledge of the business, escalating tensions until a group of Somali employees demanded Shirley leave. This incident ties into Shirley’s broader allegations of fraud involving Somali-run daycare centers in Minnesota, prompting federal hearings and deportation efforts by DHS in the Twin Cities.
According to the Daily Mail, Shirley and Hoch, digging into what they term a Somali fraud crisis in Minnesota, noted the state’s website lists Advanced Mobility in Suite 224 since 1999. Hoch later pointed out that the building had no suites with a “2” in their numbering. What started as a civil inquiry turned hostile as employees hounded Shirley, eventually ushering him out with harsh words.
One worker angrily declared, “If any Somali gets hurt in Minnesota, it is because of Nick f**king Shirley.” Such a charged accusation raises the stakes—yet, isn’t it worth asking why a simple question about a business location triggered such a fierce reaction?
The incident fuels Shirley’s narrative of hidden misconduct. If a listed company can’t be found and workers react with hostility, it’s hard not to wonder what might be lurking beneath the surface.
Shirley previously highlighted alleged misconduct at 10 Somali-run daycare centers across Minnesota, claiming over $100 million in taxpayer funds were misused. He accused these centers of being empty during operating hours, a video that garnered hundreds of millions of views on social media, boosted by Elon Musk on X.
State and federal officials, however, state there’s no evidence these specific centers misused funds or were broadly non-operational, noting inspections found many licensed and open. But when millions are allegedly siphoned off, shouldn’t every stone be turned over to ensure public trust in how tax dollars are spent?
The House Judiciary Committee Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance has scheduled a hearing for Jan. 21, where Shirley will testify. Rep. Laurel Lee emphasized to Fox News Digital a focus on “transparency, accountability and safeguards that prevent this kind of abuse from happening again.” If fraud is indeed rampant, ignoring it only emboldens more misuse of public resources.
Following Shirley’s viral claims, the Department of Homeland Security initiated a deportation push in the Twin Cities targeting unauthorized Somali migrants. A DHS spokesperson affirmed the Trump administration is “all hands on deck to root out criminals in Minnesota who are defrauding the American people.” While enforcement is crucial, the timing and scope must avoid casting too wide a net over entire communities.
This action sparked nationwide civil unrest after activist and mother-of-three Renee Good was fatally shot by an ICE agent during enforcement activity in the state last week. Such a tragic outcome demands a hard look at how policies are executed on the ground.
Rep. Andy Biggs described Minnesota as “seems lawless,” citing rampant theft and property damage. While public safety concerns are valid, solutions must prioritize precision over broad-brush approaches that risk alienating law-abiding residents.
The upcoming congressional hearing offers a chance to separate fact from fervor. Shirley’s allegations, if proven, expose a serious betrayal of taxpayer trust that must be addressed with urgency.
Yet, officials’ pushback suggests not all claims hold water. Rushing to judgment without ironclad evidence risks unfair targeting and fuels division, a trap we must sidestep.
Minnesota’s fraud debate is a microcosm of broader national tensions over accountability and enforcement. If public funds are being diverted, let’s root out the culprits without sacrificing due process or community trust. Ultimately, transparency must guide this saga. Whether it’s a missing suite or millions in misspent funds, the truth—not emotion or agenda—should steer the path forward.