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Felony Charges Filed Against O'Keefe and Higby for Identity Theft in Minnesota Election Stunt
politics-and-law2 hours ago

Felony Charges Filed Against O'Keefe and Higby for Identity Theft in Minnesota Election Stunt

Hennepin County prosecutors have charged James O'Keefe and Cam Higby with felonies for unlawful voting and identity theft. The charges stem from an August 2026 primary election stunt where the pair misrepresented their identities to poll workers using the names of registered voters, including deceased individuals, without permission. While the men claimed they were testing the state's 'vouching' system, prosecutors argue they committed identity theft by using real voters' names. Neither man is currently in custody, and both face up to five years in prison and fines of up to $10,000 per count.

via The Guardian|
#election-integrity#identity-theft#minnesota-politics
St. Paul Police Chief Sues Mayor Her Over Alleged Harassment and Retaliation
us-news1 month ago

St. Paul Police Chief Sues Mayor Her Over Alleged Harassment and Retaliation

St. Paul Police Chief Axel Henry has filed a 73-page lawsuit against Mayor Kaohly Her and the city, alleging sexual harassment and retaliation. The suit claims Her touched his thigh during a budget meeting, made sexual innuendos, and doctored photos of officers. While a prior city investigation found Her’s behavior 'inappropriate' but did not substantiate harassment claims, Henry argues the city withheld the full report. Her’s office denies the allegations, citing the investigation’s findings, while Henry seeks damages for emotional distress and lost wages.

via NBC News|
#minnesota-politics#police-chief-axel-henry#ramsey-county
Federal Court Hands Down Maximum 14-Month Sentence to Ilhan Omar Attacker
politics1 month ago

Federal Court Hands Down Maximum 14-Month Sentence to Ilhan Omar Attacker

A federal judge sentenced Anthony Kazmierczak to 14 months in prison and three years of supervised release for assaulting Rep. Ilhan Omar. The maximum penalty was recommended by prosecutors. The attack involved spraying the representative with apple cider vinegar during a town hall in January 2026, occurring amid a major immigration enforcement operation in Minnesota.

via AP News|
#anthony-kazmierczak#federal-sentencing#ilhan-omar
Demuth demands firings as Klobuchar pledges audit in MN fraud fight
politics1 month ago

Demuth demands firings as Klobuchar pledges audit in MN fraud fight

Republican gubernatorial candidate Lisa Demuth demanded the immediate dismissal of two state officials following a Star Tribune investigation into the Walz administration's handling of fraud. Her opponent, Senator Amy Klobuchar, responded by pledging a comprehensive state audit and stricter penalties, while the governor's office defended its recent leadership changes.

via 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS|
#amy-klobuchar#election-2026#government-fraud
Klobuchar’s Minnesota Gambit: Auditing Fraud and Navigating Federal Tensions
politics1 month ago

Klobuchar’s Minnesota Gambit: Auditing Fraud and Navigating Federal Tensions

Senator Amy Klobuchar is campaigning for Minnesota governor with a focus on auditing state programs and restoring trust after a period of federal immigration crackdowns and state fraud scandals. She positions herself as a centrist capable of managing the state’s relationship with the White House, though she faces criticism from activists who want a harder stance against federal agents. Her candidacy has replaced incumbent Tim Walz, who dropped his bid amid fraud allegations, making Klobuchar the clear favorite against Republican Lisa Demuth.

via The New York Times|
#amy-klobuchar#governor-race#immigration-policy
Former 'Outstanding Refugee' Honoree Charged in Minnesota Medicaid Fraud and Sex Trafficking Ring
crime-and-public-safety2 months ago

Former 'Outstanding Refugee' Honoree Charged in Minnesota Medicaid Fraud and Sex Trafficking Ring

Salman Ahmed Elmi, a former recipient of Minnesota's 'Outstanding Refugee' award, faces seven counts of Medicaid fraud for allegedly billing over $1 million for unprovided services through Reva Health. The case is linked to a separate sex trafficking ring involving former Anoka County prosecutor Andrea Sampson and three others. While Elmi was honored by the state in 2021, prosecutors allege he and co-conspirators falsified documents to secure reimbursements for autism and mental health services. The fraud investigation overlaps with a sex trafficking bust in Hennepin County, where Sampson and others are accused of running a commercial operation using shell companies and properties in multiple suburbs. Authorities state that some individuals involved in the fraud scheme were also part of the trafficking conspiracy, highlighting a complex web of criminal activity involving public officials and healthcare providers. The Minnesota Department of Human Services has distanced itself from Elmi, noting the award program ended in 2024 and that the honors carried no monetary value.

via FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul|
#crime-and-public-safety#medicaid-fraud#minnesota-politics
Klobuchar Secures DFL Nomination in Minnesota Governor Race Amid Fraud Scandal Fallout
politics2 months ago

Klobuchar Secures DFL Nomination in Minnesota Governor Race Amid Fraud Scandal Fallout

U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar has won the Democratic-Farmer-Labor primary for Minnesota governor, positioning herself to face the Republican nominee in November. Her victory follows the withdrawal of incumbent Governor Tim Walz, who abandoned his re-election bid amid a massive fraud scandal involving state social services. Klobuchar, a four-term senator and 2020 presidential candidate, entered the race in late January and faced no significant primary opposition. If elected, she would become Minnesota’s first female governor. The race is heavily influenced by public anger over alleged fraud that federal prosecutors estimate could cost taxpayers over $9 billion. Klobuchar has promised a comprehensive audit of state government to address these issues, though Republicans continue to link her to Walz’s administration record.

via Axios|
#2026-elections#amy-klobuchar#government-fraud
Craig and Flanagan clash on healthcare, fraud, and Israel ahead of Minnesota primary
politics3 months ago

Craig and Flanagan clash on healthcare, fraud, and Israel ahead of Minnesota primary

U.S. Rep. Angie Craig and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan are locked in a fierce DFL primary battle for the U.S. Senate seat in Minnesota, with the August 11 primary approaching. The candidates have sharply diverged on healthcare, immigration, and foreign policy, while trading personal attacks over campaign finance and past controversies. Craig advocates for a public option in healthcare and has faced criticism for her vote on the Laken Riley Act, while Flanagan supports Medicare for All and has been targeted over state fraud issues. Recent debates and endorsements have intensified the rivalry, with both candidates promising to support the winner in the general election.

via MPR News|
#dfl-primary#healthcare-policy#immigration
Judge Dismisses DOJ Subpoenas for Minnesota Leaders’ Immigration Records
politics4 months ago

Judge Dismisses DOJ Subpoenas for Minnesota Leaders’ Immigration Records

A Minnesota federal judge threw out DOJ grand jury subpoenas seeking records from Gov. Tim Walz, Atty. Gen. Keith Ellison, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and other state and local leaders over how they handled the winter immigration surge, ruling the subpoenas baseless, unethical and possibly illegal. He ordered that information obtained for the grand jury be made public, though that portion is paused pending DOJ appeal. The decision is a rare rebuke of a federal probe and a setback for the Trump administration’s effort to scrutinize Minnesota officials’ immigration actions; Walz, Ellison and Frey praised the ruling as protecting the rule of law and free speech, while the DOJ vowed to proceed within the law.

via MPR News|
#grand-jury-subpoenas#immigration-policy#keith-ellison
Boelter pleads guilty, gets two consecutive life sentences in Minnesota political violence case
crime4 months ago

Boelter pleads guilty, gets two consecutive life sentences in Minnesota political violence case

Vance Boelter pleaded guilty in federal court to murder, stalking and firearms charges tied to the killings of former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, plus an attack on Sen. John Hoffman and his family, and agreed to two consecutive life sentences plus 40 years in exchange for prosecutors not seeking the death penalty. He admitted planning the attacks for months, disguising himself as a police officer, and shooting Hortman at point-blank range, with state charges also mandating life without parole for first-degree premeditated murder.

via MPR News|
#boelter#crime#melissa-hortman
Minnesota State Senator Banned by Kalshi for Self-Bet in 2nd District Race
politics6 months ago

Minnesota State Senator Banned by Kalshi for Self-Bet in 2nd District Race

State Sen. Matt Klein (DFL) was suspended for five years and fined $539.85 by Kalshi after the platform found he bet on the outcome of his own 2nd District race; Klein says the $50 bet was a curiosity and he regrets it, while Kalshi frames the action as part of a broader crackdown on political insider trading and Minnesota lawmakers’ efforts to ban prediction markets.

via Minnesota Reformer|
#insider-trading#kalshi#matt-klein
Johnson Campaign Paused After Daughter Hallie Tobler's Fatal Stabbing
politics8 months ago

Johnson Campaign Paused After Daughter Hallie Tobler's Fatal Stabbing

The daughter of Minnesota gubernatorial candidate Jeff Johnson, 22-year-old Hallie Tobler, was found dead from multiple stab wounds in a St. Cloud apartment; her husband suffered life-threatening injuries believed to be self-inflicted and is in custody. The GOP says Johnson has suspended his campaign as authorities with the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension investigate, and tips are being sought with crisis resources offered for those affected.

via cbsnews.com|
#domestic-violence#fatal-stabbing#hallie-tobler
Minnesota Democrats Revoke Fateh's Endorsement Amid Party Dispute
politics1 year ago

Minnesota Democrats Revoke Fateh's Endorsement Amid Party Dispute

The Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party is embroiled in a political crisis after revoking its endorsement of mayoral candidate Sen. Omar Fateh, leading to accusations of corruption, internal conflict, and potential impacts on future elections, with prominent Democrats and unions criticizing the decision and highlighting broader party divisions.

via Minnesota Reformer|
#dfl-party#fateh-endorsement-revocation#minneapolis-mayoral-race