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Governor Walz Faces Backlash Over Attorney's Resignation Regret

1/14/2026

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Minnesota Governor Tim Walz faced social-media backlash after expressing regret over U.S. Attorney Joe Thompson's resignation.
Walz previously urged Thompson to be fired.
Critics cited the inconsistency, noting his earlier call for Thompson's dismissal during a state fraud crisis.
Thompson helped uncover a $250 million food-fraud case and was involved in other high-profile prosecutions.
Walz opted not to seek a third term amid ongoing scandals.

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Minnesota Governor Tim Walz faced social-media backlash after expressing regret over U.S. Attorney Joe Thompson's resignation.
Walz previously urged Thompson to be fired.
Critics cited the inconsistency, noting his earlier call for Thompson's dismissal during a state fraud crisis.
Thompson helped uncover a $250 million food-fraud case and was involved in other high-profile prosecutions.
Walz opted not to seek a third term amid ongoing scandals.