Minnesota Governor Reports Drive-bys Allegedly Repeating Trump's Slur
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Saint Paul, Minnesota — Governor Tim Walz said Thursday that motorists have driven past his home and shouted a derogatory slur after former President Donald Trump used the same language in a Nov. 27 Truth Social post. Walz told reporters he has observed repeated drive-by taunts, that no Republican elected official has publicly condemned the insults, and that he fears the rhetoric could escalate to violence. Multiple outlets published his remarks and video from a press briefing, while conservative commentators published critical columns. Authorities have not reported related arrests. State officials commented minimally. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. Nov. 27: President Trump posts on Truth Social calling Gov. Walz 'seriously retarded.'
- 2. In subsequent days: Motorists reportedly drive past Walz's home shouting the same slur, according to Walz.
- 3. Thursday: Walz publicly describes the drive-by taunts and expresses fear for escalation to violence.
- 4. News outlets publish Walz's quotes and video from his press remarks; some conservative outlets issue critical commentary.
- 5. As reported in the articles, no arrests tied to the reported incidents were publicly disclosed.
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