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In one of the largest pandemic-era fraud schemes in U.S. history, a network of fraudsters in Minnesota siphoned nearly $250 million in federal funds meant to feed hungry children and used the money to finance extravagant lifestyles, buying mansions, luxury vehicles, and designer goods. Court evidence reveals the staggering scale of the "Feeding Our Future" scheme, orchestrated by Aimee Bock. Her organization fraudulently claimed to have served 91 million meals during the COVID-19 pandemic, submitting fake invoices for reimbursement from the Minnesota Department of Education. From Fake Meals to Real Mansions: Where the Money Went The fraud's mastermind, Aimee Bock, was convicted of wire fraud, conspiracy, and bribery in March 2025. While prosecutors did not accuse Bock of making major personal purchases, they detailed how her network spent the stolen funds. Newly obtained court exhibits show the opulent results: *   Real Esta...