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January 8, 2026

Holmstrom urges DOJ to open criminal investigation into Walz, Ellison over Minnesota fraud crisis

Senator Michael Holmstrom (R–Buffalo) today urged President Trump and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to open a criminal investigation into Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison for their roles in the…

January 7, 2026

Sen. Drazkowski statement on federal law enforcement shooting today

“Tim Walz and Jacob Frey have engaged in provocative and inflammatory rhetoric that demonizes law enforcement and puts law enforcement officers in danger, and today someone is dead because of it. A woman attempted to…

January 7, 2026

Statement from Senate Republican Leader Mark Johnson on ICE incident in Minneapolis

The following statement is attributable to Senate Republican Leader Mark Johnson (East Grand Forks): “Escalations and confrontations like what happened this morning help no one. Peaceful protest is a cornerstone of our democracy and must…

January 6, 2026

OLA audit finds widespread failures, fabricated documentation at DHS’ Behavioral Health Administration

The Office of the Legislative Auditor (OLA) today released a performance audit of the Department of Human Services’ (DHS) Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) grant programs, finding widespread failures in oversight and internal controls. The OLA found that…

January 6, 2026

Koran: Walz to leave office, but fraud problem remains

Governor Tim Walz yesterday announced he will not seek a third term. The announcement comes amid intense and growing scrutiny over fraud in Minnesota’s social welfare programs. Senator Mark Koran (R-North Branch) issued the following…

January 5, 2026

Sen. Dornink responds to Gov. Walz’s decision to retire

On Monday, Jan. 5, Gov. Tim Walz announced that he will no longer seek a third term as Minnesota governor. Sen. Gene Dornink (R-Brownsdale) released the following statement: “Minnesotans are paying the price for Walz’s failed leadership.…

January 5, 2026

Gruenhagen: Walz announces he will not seek reelection

Friends and neighbors, Earlier today, Governor Tim Walz announced he will not seek another term in office. This is obviously welcome news for Minnesota. The truth is this administration has been a disaster. We have…

January 5, 2026

Sen. Bill Weber responds to Gov. Walz’s decision to retire

On Monday, Jan. 5, Gov. Tim Walz announced that he will retire following his second term as Minnesota governor. Sen. Bill Weber (R-Luverne) released the following statement: “I continue to hear frustration from Minnesotans who feel abandoned by years…

January 5, 2026

Sen. Rasmusson responds to Gov. Walz’s decision to leave office

On Monday, Jan. 5, Gov. Tim Walz announced he will not seek another term as Minnesota governor. Sen. Jordan Rasmusson (R-Fergus Falls) released the following statement: “Over the past seven years, Walz’s administration has represented…

January 5, 2026

Statement from Senator Carla Nelson on Governor Walz's decision to not seek reelection

“Gov. Walz deciding to retire is an important moment for Minnesota. People across the state want their government back on solid ground. They want honesty, competence, and a sense that someone is minding the store.…

January 5, 2026

Fraud investigation is getting too hot, Walz bows out as governor

On Monday, Jan. 5, Gov. Tim Walz announced that he will no longer seek a third term as Minnesota governor. Sen. Torrey Westrom (R-Alexandria) released the following statement: “Minnesota's fraud investigation is getting too hot, and now…

January 5, 2026

Statement from Senator Jeremy Miller on fraud and Governor Walz's decision to not seek reelection

“I'm not surprised by Governor Walz's announcement to drop his bid for reelection. The long-running reports of rampant fraud here in Minnesota are extremely concerning. Many of us have been sounding the alarm on fraud…

January 5, 2026

Statement from Senator Bill Lieske on Governor Walz's decision to not seek reelection

“For months, everywhere I go, I have been hearing the same thing from people in my district. They’re frustrated at the rampant fraud and mismanagement. They’re confused. They’re angry. They want to know why no…

January 5, 2026

Statement from Senator John Jasinski about Governor Walz's decision to not seek reelection

“What I keep hearing from people across our district is pretty simple: They want to trust their government again. They want the fraud and mismanagement to stop. They want things to feel fair and well…

January 5, 2026

Statement from Senator Steve Drazkowski on Governor Walz's decision to not seek reelection

"Tim Walz has been incredibly destructive to our state. Thankfully his harmful influence will soon come to an end." --Senator Steve Drazkowski

January 5, 2026

Statement from Senator Keri Heintzeman on Governor Walz's decision to not seek reelection

“Governor Walz’s decision not to seek reelection is good news for Minnesota. Last week, I said it was time for him to step aside because our state needs accountability, honesty, and leadership that puts people…

January 5, 2026

Kreun Statement on Walz's Announced Retirement

It was announced today that Governor Tim Walz would be retiring upon completion of his second term as Governor. Senator Michael Kreun (R-Blaine) released the following statement in response to the news: "Governor Walz announced…

January 3, 2026

Sen. Heintzeman calls for Gov. Walz to resign over fraud, mismanagement, and deficit

Senator Keri Heintzeman (R- Nisswa) has joined Minnesota Republican legislators calling for Democratic Gov. Tim Walz to resign immediately, citing widespread fraud, mismanagement and declining education outcomes during his administration in an open letter sent…

December 30, 2025

Senator Dahms calls for investigation into CCAP fraud following viral video

On Friday, December 26, an independent journalist released a 42-minute video showing what appears to be fraudulent child care centers in Minneapolis. The video has been viewed more than 120 million times. It shows state-funded…

December 30, 2025

Sen. Dornink calls for confirmation vote on Commissioner Schnell after vote of no confidence by Sheriffs Association

At the Minnesota Sheriffs Association (MSA) Winter Conference, the state’s elected sheriffs announced a “Vote of No confidence” in the confirmation of Department of Corrections (DOC) Commissioner Paul Schnell. The release from MSA states, “The…