Minnesota Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan shows solidarity with Somali community during federal fraud investigation

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Minnesota's Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan wore a hijab in solidarity with the Somali community amid a federal investigation into billions in alleged fraud. The fraud involves billions in taxpayer funds, with investigations by the US Treasury and a House committee probing Somali-linked organizations accused of defrauding Minnesota. Flanagan's gesture drew criticism from a Republican congressman, while other state officials have also denounced federal immigration actions and addressed the fraud.


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