Tim Walz Admits Welfare State ‘Attracts Criminals,’ Dodges Blame For Fraud Problem
1 sourceUpdated Jul 2, 2026
Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said his state “attracts criminals” when asked Sunday about rampant welfare fraud linked to Somali residents. Walz deflected blame for more than $1 billion in taxpayer funds stolen…
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