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Trump blames welfare fraud investigation for 'violent' protests in Minnesota

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President Donald Trump posted status update claiming that violent protests in Minnesota have to do with a $20 billion dollar welfare fraud scandal and not the slaying of two U.S. citizens. Trump wrote: "I am sending Tom Homan to Minnesota tonight. He has not been involved in that area, but knows and likes many of the people there. Tom is tough but fair, and will report directly to me. Separately, a major investigation is going on with respect to the massive 20 Billion Dollar, Plus, Welfare Fraud that has taken place in Minnesota, and is at least partially responsible for the violent organized protests going on in the streets.

Alternet     Jan 26, 2026