Minnesota fraud investigation: Treasury probes terror funding links

The federal government is turning its attention to Minnesota as the U.S. Treasury Department investigates potential links between local fraudsters and terrorism funding.

SNAP in Minnesota: Trump admin threatening to withhold federal funds

According to federal data, SNAP payouts nearly tripled between 2020 and 2021, jumping from about $725 million to $1.9 billion. Trump admin officials now say states like Minnesota could lose federal funding if they don't root out fraud.

ICE targets Twin Cities Somalis: St. Paul Mayor Carter responds
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Minneapolis and St. Paul officials responded to reports that as many as 100 federal agents will be deployed to the Twin Cities, with a specific focus on targeting the Somali community. During the press conference, St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter called out a shifting view on immigration, saying, “It seems to many of us like the darker the skin the immigrants who come to our country are, the more our posture on immigration as a country has shifted. That's un-American. That's concerning.”

Mayor Frey speaks to Somali community: 'We love you, we stand with you'
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Minneapolis officials are responding to reports that as many as 100 federal agents will be deployed to the Twin Cities, with a specific focus on targeting the Somali community. Mayor Jacob Frey delivered a message in Somali on Tuesday, saying, “We love you, we stand with you, we aren’t backing down.”

$2000 tariff dividend check update: Trump says dividend refund checks coming in 2026

During a cabinet meeting on December 2, President Donald Trump said the U.S. is collecting "trillions of dollars" from tariffs and that part of this money would be returned to citizens as dividend refund checks in 2026.

Gov. Walz says he 'welcomes' fraud investigation
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The Treasury Secretary is investigating claims that Minnesota state funding is being sent to terrorists overseas. Gov. Walz fired back Tuesday morning, saying he welcomes the investigation but called the president’s threats politically motivated. FOX 9’s Bill Keller reports.

Gov. Walz on Paid Leave program, fraud concerns [RAW]
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Gov. Tim Walz held a press conference to talk about Minnesota's Paid Leave program, in addition to addressing fraud concerns.

Gov. Walz on MN fraud: 'You commit fraud, you're going to prison'
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Gov. Tim Walz responded to questions about federal involvement in investigating alleged fraud in Minnesota. During his remarks on Tuesday, Walz said he welcomes any help, adding," You commit fraud in Minnesota, you're going to prison."

GOP Senator seeks to end dual citizenship in U.S.

Sen. Bernie Moreno, who was born in Colombia, introduced a bill that would force Americans with dual citizenship to choose one country over the other.

Gov. Walz facing criticism over fraud allegations as campaign heats up

Fraud allegations in Minnesota are drawing national attention, putting Gov. Tim Walz under scrutiny as he campaigns for a third term.

Minnesota's 'illegal’ CDL licenses risk federal funding: USDOT

A statement on Monday by U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy said that an audit found one-third of CDLs reviewed were issued illegally.

New SNAP requirements now in effect,  USDA planning major overhaul of program

Around 42 million low-income Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP or food stamps, to buy groceries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees the program and says it is working on a major overhaul to root out waste, fraud, and abuse.

Arizona Senator Mark Kelly addresses Pentagon investigation

Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) addressed the Pentagon investigation against him during a news conference held on Dec. 1.

Minneapolis attorney Chris Madel announces bid for governor

Minneapolis attorney Chris Madel announced his run for Minnesota governor during a news conference on Monday where he called out fraud cases in the state.

White House calls out Minnesota, Gov. Walz
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White House Press Secretary Karoline Elliott called out Gov. Walz and Minnesota as the administration promised a new actions on immigration.

Trump's approval rating drops to lowest so far in second-term: Gallup

President Trump’s approval rating dropped to its lowest point since he took office the second time, Gallup’s latest poll found. Here’s what the numbers are saying.