From Washington Examiner: Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) will hold a press conference on Monday, as controversy about rampant fraud in his state continues to plague his legacy.
Walz announced he would seek reelection in September, but allegations of fraud perpetrated by Somalis in Minnesota have recently implicated his leadership. Now, local reports suggest his press conference about the “news of the day” could be him dropping out of the race.
The Minnesota governor reportedly met with Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) on Sunday about his plans, according to Minnesota media personality Blois Olson.
If true, it would mark a stunning fall from grace for Walz in a short period of time. Vice President Kamala Harris selected him as her running mate for the Democratic ticket in the 2024 presidential election.
Walz faces criticism over fraud allegations in Minnesota’s social services program, including federal charges related to Medicaid fraud and reports of fraudulent day care centers.
Walz’s press conference is scheduled for Monday at 11 a.m. local time.
🚨 BREAKING: Sources: @govtimwalz will make announcement about his political future Mon. He’s likely to drop out of the 2026 #mngov race.
He met w/ @SenAmyKlobuchar on Sun. Full analysis in tmrw https://t.co/4zJJytH4Aw + live on @wccoradio at 6:20AM w/ @vsawkar
— Blois Olson (@bloisolson) January 5, 2026
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