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Vance Uncovers $7B Fraud, Blames Minnesota's Immigration Unrest

1/23/2026

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Vice President JD Vance announced the discovery of approximately $7 billion in fraud in California, claiming it surpasses issues in Minnesota.
He attributed Minnesota unrest to "far-left people" opposing ICE.
He said governors like Gavin Newsom are intensifying their opposition to immigration enforcement.
His comments followed significant protests against ICE in Minneapolis, where demonstrators demanded federal agents leave.
He condemned the portrayal of ICE as an enemy, emphasizing the need for cooperation from Minnesota leaders to reduce tensions surrounding immigration enforcement.

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Vice President JD Vance announced the discovery of approximately $7 billion in fraud in California, claiming it surpasses issues in Minnesota.
He attributed Minnesota unrest to "far-left people" opposing ICE.
He said governors like Gavin Newsom are intensifying their opposition to immigration enforcement.
His comments followed significant protests against ICE in Minneapolis, where demonstrators demanded federal agents leave.
He condemned the portrayal of ICE as an enemy, emphasizing the need for cooperation from Minnesota leaders to reduce tensions surrounding immigration enforcement.