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Dear Friend,
I hope you had a wonderful Christmas season and a Happy New Year. This week, the U.S. House of Representatives returned to Washington and got back to work. I look forward to continuing to advance the priorities of Minnesota’s Sixth Congressional District constituents in 2026.
The Fraud Fiasco Continues
The fraud crisis in Minnesota remains at the front and center of my work in Washington, D.C. This week, I published an op-ed with Fox News on Minnesota's record fraud under Governor Tim Walz. In it, I outlined the fraud crisis that Governor Walz has blatantly ignored for years. Under his watch, fraud within Minnesota reached $9 billion, according to individuals in the U.S. Attorney’s Office. You can read the full op-ed here.
On December 29, 2025, I sent a letter to Governor Walz, demanding immediate action on the fraud. Our Minnesota colleagues and I have been demanding information, documents, and answers for more than three years. The letter comes as investigative journalist, Nick Shirley, uncovered indisputable fraud in Somali-run daycare and healthcare organizations in Minnesota. During his visit, he discovered empty buildings, multiple businesses listed at the same address, misspelled signs, and more. In just one day, he found more than $110 million worth of fraud.
This proves that this fraud is as plain as the day is long. Minnesotans are rightfully outraged, and we deserve better. I could not be more grateful to Nick Shirley, President Donald Trump, and his all-star cabinet for their work to combat the fraud in Minnesota. We will not rest until justice is served.
House Oversight Committee Hearing
Finally, the situation in Minnesota is getting the national attention it warrants.
The House Oversight Committee held a hearing this Wednesday on the rampant fraud in Minnesota. My good friends, Minnesota State Representatives Walter Hudson, Marion Rarick, and Kristin Robbins, two of whom are from the Sixth Congressional District, served as witnesses during the hearing. Serving on Minnesota’s Fraud Committee, they have worked tirelessly to expose the fraud and hold those responsible accountable.
Watch: House Majority Whip Tom Emmer on Minnesota Fraud before House Oversight Committee | January 7, 2026
In the hearing, I called out Minnesota’s media, Governor Walz, and state leaders for ignoring the fraud in Minnesota, including overwhelming evidence, investigations, criminal charges, and more. Their silence has made them complicit. During my questions, all three of the State Representatives confirmed my suspicion: Governor Tim Walz had knowledge of this fraud and did nothing to stop it.
During my questions to Representative Hudson, he confirmed two key facts. One, that 90% of the individuals charged with fraud in Minnesota are of Somali descent, and two, that Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison was caught on tape promising to obstruct his own agencies in their investigations of fraud perpetrated by Somalis. Additionally, Representative Rarick confirmed reports of retaliation against whistleblowers from leaders within the state who have come forward to report this fraud. This is absolutely unacceptable.
Make no mistake, Governor Walz is complicit, and his complete disregard for this longstanding problem has made Minnesota a national disgrace. Accountability must be taken.
I remain committed to fighting on Minnesota’s behalf. Minnesotans deserve answers and accountability on this fraud that has been happening right under Governor Walz's nose. As always, if there’s anything my office can do to help you, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Sincerely,
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