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Trump's Welfare Fraud Claims Spark Backlash from Minnesota Leaders

12/4/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump accused Minnesota of welfare fraud and terrorism ties and threatened to end Temporary Protected Status for Somalis.
Minnesota Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan labeled Trump's comments as 'vile' and 'racist'.
Flanagan's response included a social media post praising the Somali community and offering support.
Critics say she deflected from corruption allegations tied to Somali-run operations in Minnesota involving misappropriated funds.
Online backlash intensified with accusations of complicity.

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U.S. President Donald Trump accused Minnesota of welfare fraud and terrorism ties and threatened to end Temporary Protected Status for Somalis.
Minnesota Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan labeled Trump's comments as 'vile' and 'racist'.
Flanagan's response included a social media post praising the Somali community and offering support.
Critics say she deflected from corruption allegations tied to Somali-run operations in Minnesota involving misappropriated funds.
Online backlash intensified with accusations of complicity.