Juror Bribery Disrupts Major Pandemic Fraud Trial

Attempt to influence verdict with $120,000 cash bribe leads to juror dismissal, defendant arrests, and jury sequestration.

A juror in a Minnesota fraud trial reported receiving a $120,000 bribe to vote for acquittal.
The bribery attempt led to the arrest of all seven defendants, who are accused of stealing over $40 million from a child nutrition program.
The trial involves a larger scheme where 70 individuals allegedly stole $250 million in pandemic aid.
Eighteen defendants have already pleaded guilty, and $50 million has been recovered.
The jury has been sequestered to prevent further tampering.