Ryan Thorpe
Ryan Thorpe is a researcher and investigative journalist associated with the Manhattan Institute, known for uncovering significant fraud schemes involving Minnesota's social services programs, particularly those linked to the Somali community and the misappropriation of taxpayer funds potentially aiding terrorist organizations.
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Recent news mentions
Ryan Thorpe claimed that some of the funds stolen from Minnesota’s welfare programs had gone to fund al-Shabab.
LIZ PEEK: Shocking welfare scam in Minnesota exposes a sprawling fraud empire
United States· 2025-12-02
Ryan Thorpe conducted an investigation that uncovered a web of fraud involving Minnesota’s Medicaid Housing Stabilization Services program.
Treasury probes Minnesota tax dollars allegedly sent to Al-ShabaabUnited States· 2025-12-02
Ryan Thorpe is mentioned as having uncovered a web of fraud involving Minnesota’s Medicaid program.
Trump 'immediately' ends deportation protections for Somalis in MinnesotaUnited States· 2025-11-22
Ryan Thorpe, along with Christopher F. Rufo, reported on alleged financial schemes involving the Somali community.
Minneapolis police chief issues apology as Somali community faces backlashUnited States· 2025-11-22
Ryan Thorpe and Christopher F. Rufo of the Manhattan Institute uncovered a web of fraud involving Minnesota’s Medicaid Housing Stabilization Services program.
Minnesota taxpayer funds allegedly linked to Al-Shabaab terror group via fraudUnited States· 2025-11-21
