No new trial for Feeding Our Future’s founder and co-conspirator

No new trial for Feeding Our Future founder and co-conspiratorA significant legal decision was made today regarding Amy Bach, the founder of Feeding Our Future, and her associate Salim Saeed. A judge has denied their motions for a new trial, maintaining their convictions for fraud. In March, a jury found them guilty on all charges related to a substantial fraud case where they were accused of orchestrating a scheme that misappropriated $250 million in funds intended to provide aid to children in need. Prosecutors highlighted Bach and Saeed’s central roles in this operation, which sought to exploit government resources designated for children’s nutritional needs. The denial of a new trial reinforces the judicial system’s stance on the evidence presented and the accountability of those involved in the fraudulent activities.

There will be no new trial for the founder of Feeding Our Future and one of her right-hand men.

On Friday, a judge denied motions from Aimee Bock and Salim Said, seeking to have their fraud convictions thrown out.

A jury found them guilty on all counts back in March.

RELATED: Feeding Our Future co-defendants Bock, Said found guilty on all counts in meal fraud trial

Prosecutors placed Bock and Said at the very top of a massive scheme to steal $250 million in aid meant to help feed kids during the pandemic.

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