DOJ sending more prosecutors to MN for fraud investigations

Attorney General Pam Bondi is sending a team of prosecutors to Minnesota to reinforce the state's U.S. Attorney’s Office in its prosecution of Medicaid fraud cases, promising “severe consequences" for fraudsters.

Federal MN fraud hearings begin Wednesday: What to expect
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A U.S. House committee will convene on Wednesday to discuss fraud in Minnesota under a series titled "Oversight of Fraud and Misuse of Federal Funds in Minnesota: Part 1". Minnesota GOP lawmakers such as Reps. Kristin Robbins (Maple Grove), Walter Hudson (Albertville) and Marion Rarick (Maple Lake) are all expected to speak. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison are invited to testify at a hearing in February.

GOP calls out Lt. Flanagan over fraud
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After Gov. Walz announced his decision to drop out of the race, the Minnesota GOP is now demanding answers from Walz’s second in command, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan. FOX 9’s Soyoung Kim explains.

Walz: Fraud focus influenced exit decision

Gov. Tim Walz announced Monday he will not seek re-election. On Tuesday, he took questions to explain why and cited personal reasons and a focus on family safety.

Federal agent surge expected in MN for crackdown on immigration, fraud

Federal agents reportedly started arriving on Sunday in the first major target of President Trump's immigration enforcement efforts in the new year.

Minnesota child care center investigations
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Minnesota officials have announced additional on-site compliance checks for child care centers in the state following widespread scrutiny over potential fraud within state funding.

Gov. Walz decision shifts MN politics
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Gov. Tim Walz has announced he will not run for a third term, citing a desire to focus on Minnesota's issues over politics. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard and Courtney Godrey have team coverage on how the decision shifts the landscape of politics throughout the state.

YouTuber Nick Shirley: 'I ended Tim Walz’ after governor ends reelection bid

YouTube influencer Nick Shirley posted to X Monday, "I ENDED TIM WALZ' after a report emerged Sunday night Walz will not seek a third term as Minnesota's governor.

Walz drops out of MN governor's race
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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will not seek reelection for a third term as governor. Walz's announcement comes as he faces growing national criticism from President Donald Trump, among others, for his handling of fraud in Minnesota. Republican opponents have accused Walz of being slow to respond to the fraud.

Walz announces he won't seek third term [FULL]
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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will not seek reelection for a third term as governor, he announced on Monday via a statement and at a news conference. Walz's announcement comes as he faces growing national criticism from President Donald Trump, among others, for his handling of fraud in Minnesota. Republican opponents have accused Walz of being slow to respond to the fraud.

Minnesota fraud: MN officials to testify at Congressional hearing this week

Minnesota officials will face a Congressional hearing this week over concerns of rampant fraud in the state's Medicaid programs that have come under heavy scrutiny in recent months.

Nick Shirley accuses GOP's Demuth of 'clout chasing' after YouTube video goes viral

Independent YouTube journalist Nick Shirley said he has no idea who Minnesota House Speaker Demuth is, and accused her of "chasing clout" after she said her staff assisted with compiling some of the public information used in his viral video on fraud in the state.

Somali-run child care centers in Minneapolis fear targeted attacks

Somali-run childcare centers in Minneapolis are expressing concerns over safety and reputations following alleged recent incidents involving attempted break-ins and vandalism.

Minnesota fraud: GOP helps YouTube investigation
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The Minnesota GOP says it worked with YouTuber Nick Shirley, whose viral video claims to expose millions in child care fraud. Hamline University political science professor David Schultz explains what this means for Minnesota's political climate.