>>Congressman Emmer Calls for Deportation of Somalis Engaged in Fraud
(Delano, MN) — Republican Congressman Tom Emmer says he wants all Somalis engaged in fraud in Minnesota to be denaturalized and deported. The U-S House majority whip said in a statement, “I have three words regarding Somalis who have committed fraud against American taxpayers: Send them home. ” Emmer calls for deporting illegal Somali immigrants and revoking the citizenship of naturalized citizens. His district in central Minnesota is home to a Somali and East African population.
>>Minnesota Department of Health Secures $193 Million to Strengthen Rural Healthcare
(St. Paul, MN) — The Minnesota Department of Health will receive more than $193 million in federal funding to bolster rural healthcare statewide. Officials say the investment comes at a critical time, as rural communities face unprecedented challenges with access and resources. “This is a great opportunity to work with our healthcare partners, implement our plan, and begin addressing some of the real needs in rural Minnesota,” said MDH spokeswoman Zora Radosevich. The funding will be used to expand telehealth technology, improve outcomes for residents at risk of chronic diseases, and grow the rural health workforce through education and training initiatives.
>>Minnesotans Can Now Apply for Paid Leave Program
(St. Paul, MN) — Minnesotans can start applying for the state’s new Paid Leave program earlier than expected. The Department of Employment and Economic Development says the decision to launch ahead of schedule comes after extensive system testing, including measures to prevent fraud. “Every single application requires certification from an appropriate professional, and we will be carefully reviewing and scrutinizing that information as we make the adjudicatory decisions appropriate for the program,” said Deputy Commissioner Evan Rowe. To apply or learn more about eligibility and benefits, visit paidleave.mn.gov.
>>USA vs Sweden in World Junior Hockey Championships in St. Paul
(St. Paul, MN) — Team U-S-A plays its final preliminary game of the World Junior Championships later today against Sweden in St. Paul. Both hockey teams are 3-0 so far in Group A, with tonight’s winner earning the top seed heading into the quarterfinal round. The Americans rallied past Slovakia 6-5 on Monday at Grand Casino Arena. Will Zellers of Maple Grove scored the game-winning goal for the U.S. The Swedes routed Germany 8-1 in their third preliminary game.
