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Trump unveils new program ahead of election to pay fraud tipsters

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Trump announces $25 million fraud whistleblower program with 1% commission

President Trump and Vice President Vance announced a new program offering cash rewards up to $30,000 for tipsters who help uncover fraud in government programs, with Trump saying he would serve as 'arbitrator' of decisions and whistleblowers could receive 1% of recovered funds.

Oct 20, 2026·8 sourcesGovernment oversightExecutive powerFederal agenciesJD VanceU.S. fiscal policy & government spendingTrump administration
Trump announces $25 million fraud whistleblower program with 1% commission
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