President Donald Trump directed Vice President JD Vance on Thursday to devote his full attention to combating what the president described as massive corruption and crime in Democrat-run cities and states.

In a Truth Social post, Trump named Minnesota, California, and Illinois as prime examples of poorly managed areas plagued by theft of taxpayer funds. He stated that billions of dollars are stolen each month and that addressing the issue could quickly balance the federal budget. Trump wrote that corruption runs deep in Democrat leadership.

The directive shifts Vance away from Iran-related matters. Trump declared that the United States does not need a deal with Iran, noting that the country has already secured hundreds of billions in assets and control of the Strait of Hormuz.

Vance chairs the White House Task Force to Eliminate Fraud, created earlier this year by executive order to combat waste and abuse in federal programs. The administration has reported uncovering substantial fraud through the effort.

Trump's move comes after Republicans faced setbacks in recent midterms. The president has long highlighted fraud and mismanagement in certain states as a drain on national resources. By redirecting Vance's focus domestically, the administration signals a priority on cleaning up government spending at home.

Critics from the left have pushed back on the claims, but the president maintains that targeting these issues serves the interests of American taxpayers. Vance's role as the ‘Fraud Czar’ positions him to lead enforcement actions in affected jurisdictions.