fraud scandal
Coverage of fraud scandal in the Nexus archive.
- Tim Walz’s jab at Trump over Reflecting Pool draws fraud scandal backlash: ‘Sit this one out’
Tim Walz criticized Trump over the Reflecting Pool fraud scandal, prompting backlash. His post received over 3.5 million views, with critics pointing to fraud that occurred during his tenure.
- Minnesota AG Keith Ellison erupts after being asked about state’s fraud scandal: ‘Done talking to you’
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison responded angrily to a question about a state fraud scandal by stating he was 'Done talking to you.' Vice President Vance warned he would urge the Justice Department to investigate Ellison's potential knowledge of the scheme.
- Walz approval rating craters to lowest level ever and trails Trump amid massive fraud scandal: 'Tired of it'
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's approval rating has dropped to 39%, the lowest since he took office, trailing President Donald Trump's 41% approval in the state. The decline is attributed to a major fraud scandal, with 45% of voters trusting Republicans to address it, and criticism of Walz's support for a new state flag. The fraud issue and flag have sparked significant backlash, including accusations of favoring the Somali immigrant community.
- MN governor race to replace Walz sees major shakeup as GOP contender ends campaign: 'Don't see a path'
Minnesota Republican lawmaker Kristin Robbins ended her gubernatorial campaign to replace Gov. Tim Walz, citing a lack of a viable path to victory after Amy Klobuchar became the leading Democratic candidate. Robbins highlighted her work on a fraud committee that led to Walz's early resignation due to a fraud scandal, but acknowledged the political establishment's consolidation around Klobuchar made her campaign unsustainable.
- MN governor race to replace Walz sees major shakeup as GOP contender ends campaign: 'Don't see a path'
Minnesota Republican lawmaker Kristin Robbins ended her gubernatorial campaign to replace Gov. Tim Walz, citing an unrealistic path to victory after Amy Klobuchar emerged as the likely Democratic nominee. She emphasized her focus on exposing fraud during Walz's tenure and will not endorse remaining GOP candidates like Lisa Demuth and Mike Lindell.
- MN lawmakers unload on Walz's 'legacy' after he touts fraud record in final annual address: 'Ridiculous'
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz faced backlash from Republican lawmakers after his final State of the State address, where he highlighted his efforts to combat a state fraud scandal. Critics accused him of gaslighting and hypocrisy, claiming he took credit for federal raids while blaming others for failures. Lawmakers argued his proposals would create bureaucracy and criticized his legacy as one of fraud and reckless spending.
- MN lawmakers unload on Walz's 'legacy' after he touts fraud record in final annual address: 'Ridiculous'
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz faced backlash from Republican lawmakers after his final State of the State address, where he highlighted his efforts to combat fraud but was criticized for taking credit for federal raids and failing to address systemic issues. Lawmakers accused Walz of gaslighting and blamed his policies for increased fraud, higher taxes, and reckless spending.
- Walz a no-show at key fraud hearing despite being in the building on other business: GOP leader
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz skipped a state fraud hearing despite being in the building for his State of the State address, according to GOP Rep. Kristin Robbins, who accused him of 'arrogance.' Walz faced criticism for not attending the hearing on a massive fraud scandal, with Robbins alleging he was present but chose not to answer questions about billions in tax dollars lost.
- Walz a no-show at key fraud hearing despite being in the building on other business: GOP leader
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz missed a state fraud hearing, drawing criticism from GOP Rep. Kristin Robbins, who accused him of 'arrogance' for avoiding accountability despite being in the Capitol building. Walz addressed the fraud scandal in his final State of the State speech, claiming progress but facing backlash for deflecting blame.
- Michele Tafoya blames George Floyd riots as 'turning point' for Minnesota downfall under Tim Walz
Michele Tafoya, a Senate candidate in Minnesota, criticizes Gov. Tim Walz's handling of the 2020 George Floyd riots, claiming his inaction led to the state's decline and tarnished its reputation. She also accuses Walz of allowing a major fraud scandal to occur under his leadership, while Walz defends his response to the riots and vows to address the fraud allegations.