Trump administration suspends $129m in benefit payments to Minnesota

The Guardian - World NewsEN 3 min read 100% complete by Sara BraunJanuary 10, 2026 at 06:04 PM

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The Trump administration suspended $129 million in federal benefit payments to Minnesota, citing alleged widespread fraud. USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins sent a letter to Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, demanding justification for all federal spending since January 20, 2025, within 30 days. Minneapolis officials criticized the move as politically motivated and harmful to residents in need. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison vowed to challenge the decision in court. The announcement follows a federal ruling against the Trump administration blocking funds to several Democratic-led states, including Minnesota. The administration has previously targeted Minnesota over fraud allegations, particularly within the state's Somali population.

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Brian Feintech 40% Ilhan Omar 40% Somali ×350% Jacob Frey ×260% Keith Ellison 60% Minneapolis ×270% Tim Walz ×370% US Department of Agriculture (USDA) ×380% Brooke Rollins ×480% Donald Trump ×690% Minnesota ×6100%

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federal benefit payments 90% fraud allegations 80% trump administration 70% minnesota 70% usda 60% somali population 50% federal spending 50% legal protections 40%

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