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Walz Exits Race Amid $9B Welfare Fraud Scandal

1/5/2026

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  • A Minnesota welfare fraud scandal involves up to $9 billion in fraudulent claims and charges against numerous individuals, mainly from the Somali community.
  • Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced he will not seek reelection, saying he cannot devote campaign energy while addressing the crisis, amid criticism from Republicans including U.S. President Donald Trump.
  • Walz’s exit opens the governor’s race to potential candidates such as Senator Amy Klobuchar.