Trump Administration Launches New DOJ Fraud Unit Amid Growing Backlash. The Trump administration has announced the creation of a new division at the US Department of Justice aimed at cracking down on what it calls "rampant" fraud nationwide. According to the White House, the new national fraud enforcement division will investigate and prosecute fraud involving federal programs, government-funded benefits, businesses, nonprofits, and private citizens. A newly appointed assistant attorney general will oversee major cases and advise top Justice Department officials. Rights groups and immigration advocates argue the administration is using fraud allegations as a political weapon — targeting immigrants, Democratic-led states, and political opponents. They point to recent attacks on Minnesota's welfare system, where officials have repeatedly singled out the state's Somali community, calling it federal overreach based on exaggerated claims. As Washington ramps up enforcement, opponents warn the crackdown could deepen political divisions rather than fix real problems.