Walz 'has been an absolute failure' in combating fraud, says GOP gubernatorial challenger Robbins

ICE arrested a Somali illegal immigrant in Minnesota who has a prior conviction for fraud and is linked to prominent Democratic figures, including former vice presidential nominee Tim Walz. This arrest has raised concerns about the integrity of political connections within the state.

Representative Ilhan Omar responded to President Donald Trump's recent derogatory remarks, in which he referred to Somali Americans as 'garbage' and suggested they should leave the U.S. Omar stated that Trump's comments reflect his awareness of his failures and are rooted in bigotry towards her community.

Homeland Security's Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis has led to the arrest of at least a dozen individuals identified as 'worst of the worst' criminal illegal aliens, including members of the Somali community. This operation reflects a significant escalation in federal immigration enforcement efforts in the region.

Minnesota Democratic Representative Ilhan Omar stated that there are few undocumented Somali migrants in the U.S., emphasizing that most arrived with refugee status. This assertion comes amid heightened scrutiny regarding immigration and fraud allegations in Minnesota, particularly involving the Somali community.

Republican Jon Slavet, a tech entrepreneur from Silicon Valley, announced his candidacy for governor on Thursday, joining a competitive field of candidates aiming to succeed the current governor, who is term-limited.

A sprawling fraud scandal has emerged within Minnesota's Somali community, drawing criticism from former President Trump and placing Democratic Governor Tim Walz under scrutiny. The investigation focuses on alleged fraudulent activities linked to COVID-19 aid programs, raising concerns about the integrity of safety-net schemes in the state.

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that Texas can implement a newly drawn congressional map for the 2026 midterm elections, overturning a lower court's decision that deemed the map illegal for diminishing minority voting power. This ruling allows the Republican-drawn map to proceed despite previous legal challenges.

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that Texas can revert to using its newly drawn congressional map, which is perceived to favor the Republican Party, for the upcoming 2026 midterm elections. This decision puts a hold on a lower court's ruling that deemed the map an illegal attempt to diminish minority voting power.