The Charlie Kirk Show Will Minnesota’s Turning Point Ever Come?
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Dec 30, 2025 
Scott Johnson, a conservative blogger and co-founder of Powerline, dives into the rampant daycare fraud connected to Minnesota's Somali community and its impact on local politics. He discusses ongoing federal investigations and the political ramifications for Governor Tim Walz. Harmeet Dhillon, Assistant Attorney General, sheds light on the Department of Justice's efforts in tackling fraud and ensuring election integrity. The conversation covers the complexities of corruption cases, legal challenges, and the dynamic electoral landscape in Minnesota.
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Ongoing Investigations, Not New News
- Scott Johnson emphasizes these Somali daycare and Medicaid fraud investigations have been ongoing for years and are already yielding charges and convictions.
- He warns the U.S. Attorney's office is overwhelmed and needs reinforcements to pursue the full scope of cases.
Feeding Our Future Sparked Wider Probes
- The Feeding Our Future probe began in 2021 and spawned dozens of indictments tied to $300 million in alleged fraud.
- Following the money revealed overlapping actors across multiple fraudulent programs, expanding the investigation.
Urban Voting Power Keeps State Blue
- Hennepin County's large Democratic majority, including many Somali voters, offsets Republican strength in rural Minnesota.
- That urban voting bloc helps explain why Minnesota remains blue despite scandals and rural GOP gains.