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‘NEVER AGAIN’: Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says his time as a political candidate is over and he will now find “other ways to serve.” Walz has faced severe backlash for his handling of Minnesota’s fraud scandal and as the state has become the epicenter of anti-ICE unrest.
‘NEVER AGAIN’: Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says his time as a political candidate is over and he will now find “other ways to serve.”
Walz has faced severe backlash for his handling of Minnesota’s fraud scandal and as the state has become the epicenter of anti-ICE unrest.
‘Never Again’: Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz Rules Out Future Political Campaigns
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced on Thursday that he will never again run for elected office, saying his experience as a political candidate is behind him and that he plans to “find other ways to serve.”
The two-term Democratic governor, 61, who was also the Democratic Party’s vice presidential nominee in 2024, made the remarks in an interview with MS NOW. Walz had already dropped his bid for a third term in the 2026 governor’s race amid mounting political pressure.
Walz’s decision comes as Minnesota grapples with a sprawling fraud scandal involving alleged theft of federal funds in state social-service programs. The controversy has drawn sharp criticism from Republicans and Democrats alike, with opponents making fraud central to political campaigns. Walz acknowledged the political heat but framed his departure from future races as a choice to focus on governance rather than campaigning.
At the same time, Minnesota has emerged as a flashpoint in clashes over federal immigration enforcement. The state has seen intense civil unrest after the deaths of two U.S. citizens during confrontations with federal immigration agents in Minneapolis and the deployment of thousands of ICE personnel under a federal operation. These events have heightened tensions between local leaders and the federal government.
Walz said he wants to concentrate on addressing the issues facing Minnesota rather than engaging in electoral politics, suggesting there are “other ways to serve” outside of campaigning. His announcement reshapes the political landscape in the state, as figures such as U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar have already launched bids to succeed him as governor.
FEDERAL JUDGE SLAMS THE DOOR ON TRUMP’S VOTER SUPPRESSION PLOT — “THE PRESIDENT GETS NO SAY.”
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says at least 55,000 soldiers have died during fighting four years on from the start of Russia’s invasion, up from the 46,000 troops he said had been killed in early 2025.
THIS ONE IS ON FIRE 🔥 The internet can’t stop arguing over this graphic claiming Sen. Mark Kelly said Trump “hasn’t done anything for the American people.” Hold up — didn’t do anything? Let’s check those receipts. 👀 Supporters immediately point to:
Time to revisit the question. With some distance and perspective, do you support Donald Trump’s decision to move against Venezuelan strongman Nicolás Maduro? Supporters argue it was a firm stand against authoritarianism, corruption, and human rights abuses. Critics warn about escalation and foreign entanglements. Either way, it highlights a broader debate about America’s role in confronting dictators abroad. Where do you stand now? 👇
Kaitlin Collins is a badass. A journalist that’s not afraid to ask pertinent questions and doesn’t allow crooked politicians to demean her. She is also a wonderful role model for young women and girls. That’s way more than we can say about anyone in the White House in 2026.
TRUMP TAKES ON CRIME — AND DELIVERS! 💥 President Trump says his focus is the “2%” who commit the majority of crimes, and targeting repeat offenders is already dropping violence in key U.S. cities.
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Newly released documents reference Donald Trump more than one thousand times, prompting renewed scrutiny of his past social connections. Trump has insisted he was not close to the late financier at the center of the records and denied any wrongdoing.
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President Donald Trump suggested he could pursue legal action against author Michael Wolff, alleging that Wolff and the late Jeffrey Epstein were “conspiring” to harm him politically.
