CatalogJanuary 9, 2026Federal judge orders forfeiture of $5.2 million from Feeding Our Future fraud ringleader
Policy & GovernanceJanuary 9, 2026

Federal judge orders forfeiture of $5.2 million from Feeding Our Future fraud ringleader

A federal judge has ordered the forfeiture of $5.2 million from the ringleader of the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme. This decision marks a significant step in the government's efforts to recover funds lost to the massive pandemic-related scam.

The Feeding Our Future scheme involved the theft of millions of dollars in federal funds meant for a food program for low-income children. The scam's mastermind, whose identity is not specified in the available information, allegedly orchestrated the theft of $5.2 million. The forfeiture order is a key part of the government's efforts to hold those responsible accountable and to recover the stolen funds.

No further information is available on the next steps in the case or the status of the investigation into the Feeding Our Future scheme.