In the 7 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed:

• MINNESOTA FRAUD UPDATE: Ongoing scrutiny of welfare fraud schemes in Minnesota, with federal probes expanding and accusations against state leaders like Governor Tim Walz.
• JONATHAN FAHEY INTERVIEW: Former Acting Director of ICE discusses fallout from the Minneapolis shooting involving Renee Nicole Good and escalating tensions with local officials.
• WALZ DROPS OUT: Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announces he will not seek a third term amid fraud allegations and criticism from the Trump administration.

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Episode: Friday, January 9, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

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