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New controversy erupted this week around Minnesota Governor Tim Walz after several Republican members of Congress sent a letter to the US Attorney for Minnesota calling for a federal investigation into alleged fraud involving Minnesota taxpayer money ending up with the Al-Shabaab terrorist group in Somalia. The allegations, amplified by right-leaning outlets and former President Trump on social media, claim a network of illicit remittances operating within Minnesota’s Somali community. Trump ignited further debate by posting on Truth Social that Minnesota has become a hub for fraudulent activity under Governor Walz, alleging billions are unaccounted for and linking it to Somali gangs. Local Republican leaders echoed calls for an immediate federal probe, saying rampant fraud has become endemic under Walz’s administration. Jaylani Hussein, director of Minneapolis Care, countered that the narrative is fabricated and politically motivated, specifically to galvanize conservative voters, and so far there is no publicly available confirmation of these serious claims, making much of the story speculative and politically charged, though it has taken over Minnesota political discourse according to FOX 9.
Meanwhile, scrutiny continues to build over recent findings of financial mismanagement in the Governor’s office. CBS Minnesota reported that a performance audit released last week listed a dozen findings of poor administrative control and oversight, fueling further criticism as the 2026 race intensifies. Multiple fraud scandals dating back to the Feeding our Future COVID-19 relief scheme continue to be cited by both Republican opponents and some nervous Democrats as vulnerabilities for Walz, as outlined in the Minneapolis Star Tribune.
On the ground, Walz’s campaign for an unprecedented third consecutive term is creating visible tension inside the Democratic camp. Prominent state senators have voiced concern, with Senator Judy Seeberger telling the Star Tribune she hopes Walz’s re-election bid is the right decision while acknowledging party anxiety about voter unpredictability outside the Twin Cities metro. Others, like Senator Rob Kupec, praised Walz’s record but warned that political volatility puts every down-ballot Democrat on edge, especially in a cycle when every statewide office is on the ballot.
Publicly, Walz has remained focused on touting his signature budget and education policies, programs he describes as nation-leading in scope. In the past week, his official communications highlighted Minnesota’s One Minnesota Budget and judicial appointments. He also appeared recently at public forums, such as a high-profile discussion at the Texas Tribune Festival and a Center for American Progress event, promoting his administration’s progressive approach to economic and educational expansion as reported by the Texas Tribune and CAP.
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