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Trump's Fraud Claims Spark Outcry from Minnesota Leaders

2/28/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump claimed during the State of the Union address that Minnesota's Somali community committed $19 billion in fraud, with no evidence.
He emphasized the administration's focus on immigration and crime, angering Democrats including Rep. Ilhan Omar.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey criticized federal overreach and urged unity against attacks on democracy.
The Trump administration halted Medicaid reimbursements to Minnesota, tying them to alleged fraud and prompting backlash from state officials.

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U.S. President Donald Trump claimed during the State of the Union address that Minnesota's Somali community committed $19 billion in fraud, with no evidence.
He emphasized the administration's focus on immigration and crime, angering Democrats including Rep. Ilhan Omar.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey criticized federal overreach and urged unity against attacks on democracy.
The Trump administration halted Medicaid reimbursements to Minnesota, tying them to alleged fraud and prompting backlash from state officials.