Walz blasts unfounded Trump claim on cyberattacks - MPR News
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has publicly refuted claims made by President Donald Trump that Minnesota was responsible for cyberattacks on municipal water systems. The FBI is currently investigating similar attacks in both Minnesota and Michigan.
Why it matters
This highlights the intersection of cybersecurity threats to critical infrastructure and the political rhetoric surrounding state-level accountability.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, pictured speaking to reporters at the Capitol on Dec. 19, 2025, responded Friday to President Donald Trump’s unfounded claim that Minnesota was behind cyberattacks on municipal water systems. Dana Ferguson | MPR News Go Deeper. Close Create an account or log in to save stories.
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