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Eric Holder Backs Walz Amid Fraud Scandal Scrutiny

1/15/2026

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Eric Holder, the former Democratic Attorney General, endorsed Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as the 2024 Democratic vice presidential pick.
The fraud scandal involves alleged money laundering tied to fraudulent programs potentially totaling $9 billion, with suspects from the Somali community.
Tim Walz remains defiant and refuses to resign amid scrutiny over misstatements and his handling.
Holder defended the vetting process, noting the allegations were known and did not affect Walz's candidacy.

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Eric Holder, the former Democratic Attorney General, endorsed Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as the 2024 Democratic vice presidential pick.
The fraud scandal involves alleged money laundering tied to fraudulent programs potentially totaling $9 billion, with suspects from the Somali community.
Tim Walz remains defiant and refuses to resign amid scrutiny over misstatements and his handling.
Holder defended the vetting process, noting the allegations were known and did not affect Walz's candidacy.