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Governor Calls National Guard Amid St. Paul Cyberattack Crisis

8/1/2025

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Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has called in the National Guard to combat a severe cyberattack that crippled St. Paul's digital infrastructure, triggering a state of emergency. As investigations unfold, fears of data breaches loom large, exposing the fragility of municipal cybersecurity and underscoring the urgent need for stronger defenses against escalating cyber threats.

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Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has called in the National Guard to combat a severe cyberattack that crippled St. Paul's digital infrastructure, triggering a state of emergency. As investigations unfold, fears of data breaches loom large, exposing the fragility of municipal cybersecurity and underscoring the urgent need for stronger defenses against escalating cyber threats.