The U.S. Treasury has opened an investigation into allegations that Minnesota tax dollars were diverted to Al-Shabaab, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Dec. 1. The announcement came days after President Trump described Minnesota as a "hub of fraudulent money laundering activity," following unverified reports circulated by some Republican lawmakers. Governor Tim Walz's office has not yet responded to requests for comment.
U.S. Treasury Opens Investigation into Claims Minnesota Funds Reached Al-Shabaab, Secretary Says
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