Minnesota mayors warn of budget fallout and alleged fraud
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St. Paul, Minnesota. Nearly 100 mayors sent a Dec. 22 letter to Gov. Tim Walz and state legislators demanding action after alleged widespread fraud and fiscal decisions they say threaten local budgets. Mayors cited a projected $2.9 billion 2028–29 fiscal deficit, reports of billions in fraudulent social-services payments, and prior surplus spending. They requested independent audits and budgetary restraint to protect local services and limit property-tax increases. State and federal investigators and a congressional probe have likewise sought documents and testimony. Mayors appeared on regional media this week to press for accountability. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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This 60-second summary was prepared by the JQJO editorial team after reviewing 5 original reports from Pravda EN, St. Cloud Times, KIMT-TV 3 Mason City, Fox News and Townhall.
Timeline of Events
- 2020: Reports identify fraudulent billing in certain Minnesota social-services programs.
- 2. Recent biennium: Lawmakers reportedly spent an $18 billion surplus.
- 3. State fiscal forecasts identify a possible $2.9 billion 2028–29 deficit.
- 4. Dec. 22: Nearly 100 Minnesota mayors send a joint letter to state leaders.
- 5. Investigators and congressional committees request records and testimony as probes continue.
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State and federal investigators, auditors, and oversight bodies may benefit from increased scrutiny, funding, and access to records as they probe alleged fraud and budgetary decisions.
Local governments and Minnesota residents could face higher property taxes, reduced services, and constrained municipal budgets if deficits materialize and aid is cut.
After reading and researching latest news.... Mayors from across Minnesota sent a Dec. 22 letter warning of a projected $2.9 billion 2028–29 deficit and alleging billions in social-services fraud dating to 2020; they requested audits and fiscal restraint while state and congressional investigators pursue documents and testimony for accountability measures.
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Minnesota mayors warn of budget fallout and alleged fraud
Pravda EN St. Cloud Times KIMT-TV 3 Mason City
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