Political figures have called on the governor, who was the Democratic vice presidential nominee in 2024, to resign over the scandal.

A YouTube video purporting to show day care facilities that aren’t operational but received state and federal funding went viral over the weekend.

Two Minnesota lawmakers and their loved ones attacked in their homes, federal immigration enforcement operations targeting Somali immigrants and fraud investigations were some of Minnesota's top political stories in 2025.

State Representative Kristin Robbins accused Governor Tim Walz of dereliction of duty over alleged massive Minnesota fraud, calling for impeachment as payments allegedly continue.

Franconia Minerals, a subsidiary of Twin Metals Minnesota, proposed in November to drill at up to 19 sites that sit north and south of Birch Lake, west of the Stony River, in St. Louis County. The plan was approved by the DNR on Monday.

The Toronto Sceptres fell 5–1 to the Minnesota Frost on Tuesday night, as Minnesota pulled away after a competitive opening.

Gov. Spencer Cox took to social media this week to respond to allegations of widespread fraud in Minnesota.

Political stakes are high for success of the program, which mandates 12 weeks of paid family and medical leave.