Trump is giving Nick Shirley $10,000 and launching a $25 million fraud bounty program
Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance said on Tuesday that the Trump administration was giving right-wing YouTuber Nick Shirley $10,000 and launching a…
The Verge reports: Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance said on Tuesday that the Trump administration was giving right-wing YouTuber Nick Shirley $10,000 and launching a $25 million bounty program for members of the public to report fraud.
In December 2025, Shirley published a viral video alleging fraud at daycares in Minnesota that were operated by members.
This technology story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Nick Shirley, Donald Trump and YouTuber Nick Shirley.
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