Anti-fraud raids net four who allegedly stole M from federal programs in Minnesota: ‘We’re kicking butt’

WASHINGTON — FBI Director Kash Patel and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent traveled to Minnesota on Friday to announce 17 local anti-fraud raids — as Bessent chastised Gov. Tim Walz as “woefully negligent” in protecting public funds. Four alleged fraudsters were arrested for allegedly stealing $41 million from federal health programs. “We’re taking action and we’re kicking butt,” Patel said at a press conference in St. Cloud. “We’re here today to announce that just yesterday, FBI Minneapolis and our partners executed 17 search warrants in a single day to combine into a 26-count indictment,” he said. “Three of those search warrants…

Court rejects DOJ effort to block 20,000 California votes

A federal appeals court has rejected the Trump administration’s latest bid to block California election officials from processing more than 20,000 ballots flagged by the Justice Department over suspected noncitizen voters. The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals shot down the DOJ’s emergency request, leaving the disputed mail-in ballots in play…

We tried the best greens powders — These 6 brands don’t taste like grass

New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Eat your veggies, kids. But for the adults, you can drink them, too. Greens powders have been popping up all over social media for years, right alongside detox smoothies…

Xavier Becerra cruising to governor’s mansion as Dems hate Trump more than affordability crisis: poll

Fighting President Trump outranks tackling California’s affordability crisis by nearly 2-to-1 among Xavier Becerra’s supporters, according to a new poll that shows the Democrat cruising toward the governor’s office. The Berkeley Institute of Governmental Studies released a survey Friday that found 62% of Becerra voters said fighting Trump administration policies…

How North Korean hackers pulled off .3B Binance heist: From inside job to shocking AI-powered infilitration

A notorious North Korean hacking unit may have compromised a single Binance employee’s laptop to pull off the record-breaking $6.3 billion hack of the cryptocurrency exchange – indicating a potential inside job or a stunning AI-powered infiltration of the company’s software. Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange, initially said the digital…

Ilhan Omar’s allies break ranks as ex-Dem insider says sham marriage allegations are ‘almost certainly true’

A prominent Minnesota Democrat is breaking ranks with his party over Rep. Ilhan Omar — declaring allegations that she married her brother are “almost certainly true” and warning that questions about her finances aren’t going away, either. Joe Randinovich, a former Minnesota state representative and well-connected Democratic operative, delivered the assessment…

The Post’s expert College Football Week 9 picks, best bets, grid

Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. Week 9 of the college football season has descended upon us. Check out the latest Post expert betting grid for this week’s college football…

Jessica Alba Revives Tired, Puffy Eyes With These Refreshing Eye Masks

Us has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! If there’s anyone whose skincare routine we’re willing to take notes from, it’s Jessica Alba’s. The actress and beauty entrepreneur reaches for 111SKIN’s luxe eye masks, and the brand just made…

California hospital chain scraps B expansion amid red tape nightmare

A Sacramento health care giant abruptly scrapped a $1 billion Bay Area expansion Friday, blaming red tape and dealing a crushing blow to the local economy. Sutter Health will no longer pursue building a hospital in Emeryville, citing California’s environmental review law that has plagued construction projects for its red…

Common developmental condition linked to higher risk of Parkinson’s-related disorders

Older adults diagnosed with autism face a significantly higher risk of developing Parkinson’s disease-related movement disorders compared to the general population, according to a large new study published in the journal Autism. Researchers analyzed Medicare and Medicaid claims data covering nearly 57 million Americans aged 45 and older between 2017…

Nancy Pelosi slams Mamdani, El-Sayed over ‘wrong’ stance on Israel — says views don’t represent Democrats

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi blasted New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Michigan Democratic Senate hopeful Abdul El-Sayed over their controversial comments about Israel, declaring their positions “wrong” and insisting they don’t represent the Democratic Party in Congress. Pelosi, 86, delivered the rebuke during an appearance on Donny Deutsch’s…

The midlife milestone linked to a higher Alzheimer’s risk in women

It’s not called the “big change” for nothing. Women are more likely to be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease than men, accounting for roughly two-thirds of people with the degenerative condition. And one factor in particular could point to an increased risk for women of a certain age, according to a…

Fernando Mendoza path to Week 1 Raiders starting job still open

Maybe it’s coach speak. Maybe Klint Kubiak is using the Raiders’ unsettled quarterback situation to send a message throughout the locker room: Nobody should get comfortable. Every job must still be earned. Or perhaps Kubiak truly believes rookie Fernando Mendoza has a path to overtake Kirk Cousins and become the…

Andy Reid not ready for Patrick Mahomes Week 1 decision

Hold the phone on the Patrick Mahomes return buzz.  The Chiefs’ superstar quarterback, who tore his ACL last Dec. 14, has been working with the team all training camp and, by all accounts, has looked like his normal elite self. Coach Andy Reid isn’t ready to anoint him starter just…

Angel Reese sets two WNBA records with epic performance: ‘That’s a talent’

Angel Reese did her best Dennis Rodman impression Monday night.  The Dream’s star forward posted an incredible 26 rebounds in a 78-71 victory over the Sparks, shattering Chamique Holdsclaw’s single-game record of 24 that had stood since 2003.  Her incredible effort on the boards also gave her the league’s highest…

Democrat rips Hasan Piker as ‘hack who thrives on hate’ over his warning to American Jews about Israel

Controversial far-left Twitch streamer Hasan Piker, who has become increasingly prominent in Democratic politics, is facing backlash from Rep. Hillary Scholten, D-Mich., over his remarks about American Jews’ support for Israel that she characterized as “talk of violence” targeting Jewish Michigan state Sen. Jeremy Moss. In a statement published Monday, Scholten said Piker…

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