Man Admits to "Massive" Fraud Against Minnesota Housing Program

A Minnesota man has pleaded guilty to wire fraud for his role in a large-scale scheme to steal from a state housing assistance program. Federal prosecutors described the plot as "massive." The guilty plea was filed in court on Thursday. The program, meant to help Minnesotans with housing costs, was targeted by the defendant. He used wire communications, which include phone calls or electronic transfers, to carry out the fraud. The case highlights continued efforts by authorities to prosecute fraud in government aid programs. Sentencing will occur at a later date.