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Shirley Takes Credit for Ending Walz's Political Run
FOX 9 reports Shirley's bold claim on X that his fraud video directly led to Walz bowing out of reelection.
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Fraud Allegations Disrupt Minnesota Political Scene
Star Tribune reports on how Shirley's video renewed focus on state fraud, influencing Governor Walz's reelection choice.
January 7, 20263
Shirley Announces Expansion of Fraud Probe Beyond Minnesota
In a Fox News interview, Nick Shirley reveals plans to investigate similar fraud issues in other states.
January 7, 20264
Viral Video Sparks Debate on Journalism's Future
A New Yorker piece examines how Nick Shirley's YouTube investigation into Minnesota fraud reflects shifting media landscapes.
January 7, 20265
Minneapolis Day Care Shuts Down Following Viral Fraud Allegations
A day care center in Minneapolis featured in Nick Shirley's YouTube video has closed, amid claims of fraud in state-funded programs.
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We Exposed Tim Walz Billion Dollar Fraud Scheme | Sit Down Interview
In this video I sit down with David as we talk about Tim Walz Billion dollar fraud scandal
Jan 5, 2026
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Who Is @NickShirley? | PBD Podcast | 710
Inside Minnesota's Daycare Fraud! Patrick Bet-David sits down with investigative journalist @NickShirley to break down his coverage of the Minnesota daycare fraud scandal and Tim Walz’s alleged involvement, Antifa riots in Portland, and inside El Salvador’s CECOT mega-prison.
Dec 31, 2025
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Massive Somali Fraud in Minnesota with Nick Shirley, California Asset Seizure, $20B Groq-Nvidia Deal
Dec 31, 2025
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Nick on The Iced Coffee Hour
Jan 4, 2026
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CNN Interviews Nick Shirley
Jan 1, 2026
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Jan 1, 2026
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Shirley Defends Fraud Claims in CNN Interview
In a piece by FOX Baltimore, Nick Shirley addresses scrutiny over his viral video alleging bogus child care centers in Minnesota.
January 7, 2026
Source in Shirley's Video Revealed as Anti-Muslim Lobbyist
The Intercept uncovers that "David" in Shirley's fraud video is a right-wing figure with history of inflammatory remarks.
January 7, 2026
YouTuber Claims Leftists Target Him Over Minnesota Fraud Exposure
Nick Shirley accuses leftist critics of attacking him personally after his video on alleged day care fraud gained traction.
January 7, 2026
Pro-Trump Influencers Celebrate as Walz Drops Reelection Bid
Influencers aligned with Trump claim victory after Nick Shirley's fraud exposé contributes to Minnesota Governor Tim Walz ending his reelection campaign.
January 7, 2026