‘Medicaid Millionaires' Exposed & Spirit Airlines Shutters | 5.4.26

Morning Wire's May 4 episode covers a Daily Wire investigation into apparent Medicaid fraud in Ohio, the sudden shutdown of Spirit Airlines, ongoing U.S.-Iran peace talks amid economic fallout, and a free speech challenge in Colorado. Hosts John Bickley and Georgia Howe discuss these developments with reporters, highlighting policy failures, regulatory impacts, and geopolitical tensions.

Ohio Medicaid Home Health Care Fraud

Daily Wire reporter Luke Rosiak's five-part series details what he calls potentially the largest scam he's uncovered, involving billions in Ohio's Medicaid program. Under Medicaid waivers, the state pays for home health services like chores, companionship, and conversation for the elderly—often to family members themselves, allowing them to bill for activities in their own homes. In 2024, these services cost $1 billion, surpassing expenses for doctor-performed procedures with high-paid staff and equipment.