Category: Government Watch
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Minnesota Leaders Downplay Brutal Assault as Another Officer Is Forced to Defend Himself
An ICE officer beaten with a shovel and broom in north Minneapolis fired in self-defense—but city leaders quickly shifted blame to federal agents, omitting key facts and fueling unrest.
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Minneapolis’ $250M Fraud Scandal Raises Uncomfortable Questions for City Hall
The ongoing federal investigation into Minnesota’s Feeding Our Future fraud case has cast doubt on Mayor Jacob Frey’s administration amid connections to individuals implicated in the $250 million scheme. While Frey and his wife have not been charged, their associations raise concerns about political oversight and accountability, highlighting vulnerabilities in government spending and ethics.
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Minneapolis ICE Shooting Ignites a New Flashpoint—And Raises Hard Questions About Protest Tactics and Political Rhetoric
The Minneapolis ICE shooting is a tragedy—but it’s also a warning. When protests shift from speech to physical obstruction, and elected leaders amplify incendiary rhetoric, split-second encounters can spiral into irreversible outcomes.
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Tim Walz Likely to Exit 2026 Minnesota Governor’s Race, Reports Say
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has not officially dropped out of the 2026 governor’s race, but multiple credible reports indicate he is expected to announce he will not seek a third term on January 6. If confirmed, his exit would upend the Democratic field and open a rare statewide opportunity for Republicans amid ongoing scrutiny over…
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Minnesota’s Fraud Reckoning: When Oversight Fails, Everyone Pays
Federal investigators are probing what prosecutors describe as “industrial-scale fraud” across Minnesota’s social services programs. From the Feeding Our Future scandal to new daycare allegations, the state faces a reckoning over lax oversight—and taxpayers are left holding the bill.
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Ohio Lawmakers Call for Scrutiny of Publicly Funded Daycares as Fraud Allegations Surface
Ohio lawmakers are calling for unannounced inspections and audits of publicly funded daycare centers in Columbus amid growing concerns about potential misuse of taxpayer dollars, though no confirmed fraud cases have been identified so far.
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Illinois PPP Loan Fraud Scandal Exposes Deeper Problems of Oversight and Public Trust
An investigation by the Chicago Tribune reveals widespread fraud involving government employees in Illinois who improperly obtained Paycheck Protection Program loans intended for small businesses during COVID-19. The findings highlight systemic failures in oversight and accountability, prompting concerns about public trust and the future of emergency spending policies.
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Voices From Within: Anonymous Minnesota DHS Account Alleges Massive Fraud and Retaliation Under Walz Administration
An anonymous social media account, @Minnesota_DHS, claims to represent over 480 current Minnesota Department of Human Services employees, alleging severe welfare and Medicaid fraud amounting to $9-$14 billion. The account criticizes state leadership and oversight, coinciding with confirmed fraud scandals. Its legitimacy is disputed, raising broader concerns about social service programs and public trust.
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