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Juror Bribery Disrupts Major Pandemic Fraud Trial

Attempt to influence verdict with $120,000 cash bribe leads to juror dismissal, defendant arrests, and jury sequestration.

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Seven defendants in the Feeding Our Future federal fraud case were ordered held without bond after the court was told that someone attempted to bribe a juror.

Overview

  • A juror in a Minnesota fraud trial reported receiving a $120,000 bribe to vote for acquittal.
  • The bribery attempt led to the arrest of all seven defendants, who are accused of stealing over $40 million from a child nutrition program.
  • The trial involves a larger scheme where 70 individuals allegedly stole $250 million in pandemic aid.
  • Eighteen defendants have already pleaded guilty, and $50 million has been recovered.
  • The jury has been sequestered to prevent further tampering.