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Minnesota governor defends anti‑fraud efforts and alleges federal agents violated residents’ rights
Summary
The governor of Minnesota defended the state's anti‑fraud measures, described administrative steps and criminal referrals, and accused unnamed federal agents of entering homes and violating constitutional rights; he cited cooperation with the FBI and DOJ that he said led to charges for more than 75 people.
The governor of Minnesota used an appearance to defend the state’s anti‑fraud program and to accuse unnamed federal agents of rights violations, saying state officials will continue criminal enforcement and administrative oversight.
Speaking at a hearing where he said he had been invited to discuss program integrity, the governor framed anti‑fraud work as a long‑standing priority, saying Minnesota has invested in schools, health care and jobs while also strengthening safeguards. "If you defraud public programs, if you steal taxpayer money, we'll find you. We'll prosecute you. We'll convict you, and we'll throw you in jail," he said.
The governor said Minnesota has taken concrete steps to bolster program integrity,…
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