JOURNAL ARTICLE

DOJ Reportedly Investigating Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2026. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

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  • Authored By: Hall, Richard 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the Department of Justice (DOJ) investigation into Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey for an alleged conspiracy to impede federal immigration agents. This inquiry follows the deployment of nearly 3,000 Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol agents to the Minneapolis area amid protests sparked by the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent. Both Walz and Frey have condemned the immigration surge and related disturbances while urging peaceful protests, and they characterize the investigation as politically motivated. The investigation occurs amid heightened tensions between federal authorities and local officials, with federal officials accusing Walz and Frey of encouraging illegal actions against law enforcement.

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2026/01, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:190959521
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