Month: March 2026

Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) shredded Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison over his failure to prosecute massive healthcare fraud.

The confrontation reached a fever pitch when Higgins flatly called for the radical Democrat’s resignation.

During his questioning, Higgins pressed Ellison repeatedly on whether he was personally leading a broad criminal investigation into the massive fraud allegations.

Higgins noted that Minnesota law allows the attorney general to prosecute cases beyond Medicaid fraud if requested by county attorneys or the governor.

Yet, when asked whether he was directing the larger investigation into fraud in Minnesota’s healthcare and social service programs, Ellison appeared to focus only on Medicaid-related prosecutions.

That response set Higgins off.

“Are you leading the effort?” Higgins asked repeatedly.

Ellison responded that his office was leading prosecutions related to Medicaid fraud.

But Higgins quickly cut him off.

“I’m not talking about Medicaid fraud. Don’t hide behind that.”

The Louisiana Republican warned that the scale of the alleged fraud demanded leadership from the state’s top law enforcement official.

“You have the authority to prosecute anything criminally that the governor asks you to,” Higgins said. “And this thing is big.”

When pressed again about whether he was leading the broader criminal investigation into fraud across Minnesota’s healthcare and social services programs, Ellison replied that his office was simply “following the law.”

That answer appeared to confirm Higgins’ suspicions that the attorney general was not directing a comprehensive statewide investigation.

Higgins then delivered a blunt conclusion.

“You’re not leading. I must say, Mr. Chairman, that the Attorney General of the state of Minnesota should resign.”

WATCH:

“The Attorney General of the State of Minnesota Should Resign.”@RepClayHiggins erupted during the Minnesota fraud hearing, pressing AG Keith Ellison on whether he is personally leading the investigation into massive fraud tied to state programs.

When Ellison pointed to… pic.twitter.com/XjEnjyaD4Z

— LindellTV (@RealLindellTV) March 4, 2026

The Gateway Pundit previously reported that a 54-minute secret recording from a December 11, 2021, closed-door meeting inside Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison’s official state office is resurfacing amid explosive revelations that 70 Somali community members in Minnesota participated in stealing $250 million in federal COVID child-feeding funds.

On the tape released by American Experiment earlier this year, Ellison sympathizes with, encourages, and ultimately promises assistance to a group of Somali-American business leaders, many of whom would later be charged or convicted in the largest COVID relief fraud scheme in U.S. history.

The audio reveals Ellison mocking state agency oversight, vowing to “fight” on behalf of the very operators who investigators say were deeply involved in a web of wire fraud, money laundering, and fake meal claims across Minnesota.

Read more:

FLASHBACK: MN AG Keith Ellison CAUGHT ON TAPE Promising Favors to Somali Immigrant Fraudsters — Including Now-Convicted Defendants — In Exchange for Campaign Cash

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Representative Tim Burchett (R-TN) went off on the Department of Justice after the House Oversight Committee hearing on Wednesday dragged Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison in to testify on the theft of federal funds in Minnesota.

Like most Americans, Burchett said he’s not confident any accountability will be seen for the billions of dollars stolen from US taxpayers.

“$19 billion dollars have been stolen. They’re covering, they’re not gonna do a day in jail, everybody’s gonna wring their hands and talk real tough,” he told The Gateway Pundit. “We need to get some guts and start arresting some of these people.”

Burchett further said that Attorney General Pam Bondi and her staff at the DOJ “need to get off their ass and do something.”

“People are fed up. I don’t care if you’re Republican or Democrat or whatever,” he continued.

“You’re stealing my dadgum money, I want it back, and I want your ass in jail.”

WATCH:

Conradson: What do you think so far of this hearing? Tim Walz, Keith Ellison, are you convinced?

Burchett: No man! They’re, look, $19 billion? I was in the state legislature, and that was a budget for the whole state of Tennessee. $19 billion dollars have been stolen. They’re covering, they’re not gonna do a day in jail, everybody’s gonna wring their hands and talk real tough. We need to get some guts and start arresting some of these people.

Conradson: That’s DOJ, right? You think Pam Bondi needs to step it up?

Burchett: Yeah, they need to get off their ass and do something. People are fed up. I don’t care if you’re Republican or Democrat or whatever. You’re stealing my dadgum money, I want it back, and I want your ass in jail.

As The Gateway Pundit reported, Walz and Ellison were grilled by Republicans during the House Oversight Committee hearing to examine fraud and misuse of federal taxpayer funds on Wednesday.

Jim Jordan tore into Walz earlier, exposing his lies about stolen federal COVID-19 funds and his attempted cover-up to sway Somali voters.

WATCH: “Why Didn’t You Tell the Truth?” – Rep. Jim Jordan Tears Into Tim Walz for Lying and Allowing Somalis to Commit Fraud for Their Votes

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Poland’s government has signaled that it intends to take a far more assertive role in shaping Europe’s nuclear future. Prime Minister Donald Tusk on Tuesday declared that Warsaw will not remain “passive” when it comes to nuclear security in a military context, suggesting that Poland will eventually seek its own nuclear weapons.

Speaking ahead of a Cabinet meeting in Warsaw, Tusk confirmed that Poland is engaged in discussions with France and several European partners regarding what he described as an “advanced nuclear deterrent system.” The issue, he said, will soon be formally reviewed by the Polish government.

“Poland will not want to be passive when it comes to nuclear security in a military context,” Tusk stated. “We will cooperate with our allies, including France, which has made this specific proposal, and as our own autonomous capabilities increase, we will also strive to prepare Poland in the future for the most autonomous actions possible in this matter.”

The remarks follow French President Emmanuel Macron’s announcement that Paris intends to strengthen its nuclear deterrence posture and extend structured cooperation to select European states. Poland is among the countries that have expressed interest in participating in exploratory talks.

Under the French concept, cooperation could involve hosting components of France’s strategic air forces, joint military exercises, and visible demonstrations of nuclear capabilities beyond French territory. However, Macron made clear that ultimate authority over the use of French nuclear weapons would remain exclusively with the French president.

That limitation has not deterred Warsaw from engaging in discussions. Tusk said Poland is consulting not only bilaterally with Paris but also with other invited participants in the emerging framework.

“In March, the Nuclear Energy Summit will take place in Paris,” Tusk noted. “There, I will also have the opportunity to discuss this not only with President Macron, but also with our other European partners.”

The broader backdrop is Europe’s growing concern about the reliability of existing security structures. French officials have argued that the global arms control architecture is weakening and that Europe must adapt to a more unstable security environment.

Poland, a NATO member and signatory to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, does not possess nuclear weapons. Nonetheless, it plays an active role in NATO’s collective defense planning, including participation in nuclear deterrence consultations.

Tusk’s language suggests a strategic shift toward greater European autonomy in defense matters. “We are investing heavily in future nuclear power plants,” he said, linking Poland’s civilian nuclear ambitions with a broader national security posture.

The prime minister added that as Poland’s capabilities expand, Warsaw intends to “prepare Poland for autonomous action in this matter.” In an era where geopolitical uncertainties are mounting, such language reflects a growing desire for sovereign capacity rather than dependence.

Public opinion appears to be moving in a similar direction. A new IBRiS poll for Radio ZET found that 50.9% of Poles support acquiring nuclear weapons, while 38.6% oppose the idea and 10.5% remain undecided.

Of those surveyed, 20.9% said “definitely yes” to Poland obtaining nuclear weapons, while 30.0% responded “rather yes.” On the other side, 23.5% said “rather no” and 15.1% “definitely no.”

Support was evenly split between men and women, at 51% each. Opposition was somewhat lower among women than men, though a notable share in both groups remained undecided.

Political affiliation reveals sharper contrasts. Backing for acquiring nuclear weapons was highest among right-wing voters, with 79% of right-wing Confederation supporters and 65% of national-conservative Law and Justice (PiS) voters in favor.

Support was also present among voters of the New Left, at 54%. By contrast, only 35% of Civic Coalition voters—the governing bloc—expressed support, the lowest level among the major parties surveyed.

These figures suggest that the debate over nuclear deterrence is increasingly a question of national sovereignty and long-term security in the eyes of the electorate.

For many in Poland, the issue is framed less as aggression and more as self-reliance. In a continent long accustomed to outsourcing strategic decisions, Warsaw’s stance reflects a broader recalibration.

The French proposal does not currently offer shared decision-making authority over nuclear use. Yet for Poland, participation in a structured deterrence arrangement could signal both solidarity and strategic leverage.

Tusk’s government appears intent on keeping its options open. While no formal decision has been made, Warsaw is clearly positioning itself as an active participant in shaping Europe’s deterrence architecture.

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Absolutely shocking and ultra-woke comments from the liberal media darling James Talarico, a Texas State Representative, have surfaced as he tries to become the first Democrat in more than 30 years to win in Texas.

As The Gateway Pundit’s Jordan Conradson reported, Talarico upset Jasmine Crockett in Tuesday’s Democratic Primary race for US Senate. Talarico had 52% of the votes, scoring a rather large single-digit win over Crockett.

Crockett predicted her loss late last night and blamed “cheating,” though she later conceded defeat and endorsed Talarico.

Following his primary victory, X accounts dug up some fairly old videos of Talarico making several statements so crazy that he makes Crockett and Beto O’Rourke look almost reasonable.

In the first clip, Talarico has a take on God so insane that one would think it was a Not The Bee skit.

“God is both masculine and feminine and everything in between,” Talarico claims. “God is non-binary.”

INSANE: The far-left Democrat nominee for Senate in Texas believes that “God is nonbinary.” pic.twitter.com/nJIJh73G1h

— Proud Elephant (@ProudElephant) March 4, 2026

In another video, Talarico explains to a church audience how ‘important’ it is for transgender individuals to receive abortion services.

“Before we go further, I want to acknowledge that our trans community needs abortion care too,” he says. “Defending trans Texans is something we have to do every day at the State Capitol.”

TALARICO: “Our trans community needs abortion care too.”

This is the guy the Democrats think is going to flip Texas blue. pic.twitter.com/UVMU5VyIlT

— Greg Price (@greg_price11) March 4, 2026

The National Republican Senate Committee also obtained a clip of Talarico bragging about how Jesus Christ was a radical feminist. What?

“Did they teach you in Sunday school that Jesus Christ was a radical feminist?” Talarico boasts.

JAMES TALARICO: “Did they teach you in Sunday school that Jesus Christ himself was a radical feminist?”

This is the Democrat nominee for Senate in Texas. pic.twitter.com/caVqHhxvoY

— Senate Republicans (@NRSC) March 4, 2026

Like most Democrats, Talarico does not know how many sexes there are (the correct answer is two: male and female). But he may be the first person to assert there are six.

But he does not list the other four supposed sexes he has in mind.

“I want us all to be aware of that modern science recognizes that there are many more than two biological sexes,” Talarico says. “There are six.”

“Modern science recognizes that there are many more than two biological sexes. There are six.”

Can’t wait to hear the Democratic Party’s newest star explain the other four to the voters in Texas. pic.twitter.com/r8d6KV3KV5

— Brandon Gill (@realBrandonGill) March 4, 2026

During an interview with Joe Rogan last year, Talarico tried to justify abortion by using the story of Mary’s Annunciation.

“In the context of abortion…Before God comes over Mary and we have the incarnation, God asks for Mary’s consent,” Talarico tells Rogan. “The Angel comes down and asks Mary if this is something she wants to do, and she says if it is God’s will, let it be done.”

“To me, that is an affirmation that creation has to be done with consent.”

The Democrat nominee for Senate in Texas says that the story of Mary’s Annunciation justifies abortion:

“The Angel comes down and asks Mary if this is something she wants to do… To me that is an affirmation that creation has to be done with consent.” pic.twitter.com/D0ZOr1RBhi

— Greg Price (@greg_price11) March 4, 2026

In addition to these videos, Talarico seemingly feels guilty about being a white man and calls his group “the greatest domestic terror threat in America.”

Black Americans in a church.

Mexican Americans in a store.

Asian Americans in a spa.

Radicalized white men are the greatest domestic terrorist threat in our country.

— James Talarico (@jamestalarico) March 18, 2021

In addition, Talarico not only supports racist DEI policies but also wants to force them down the throats of innocent children.

I’m co-authoring legislation to explicitly teach “diversity, equity, and inclusion” in our schools.

I’ve also filed House Bill 4111 which would require school districts over a certain size to hire a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer.

— James Talarico (@jamestalarico) March 18, 2021

Regardless of whether John Cornyn or Ken Paxton wins the Texas Senate runoff, the GOP must unite to keep this wolf in sheep’s clothing from winning in November. If bright red Texas falls to the left, there is nothing to stop them from permanently altering the American landscape for good.

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The D.C. Establishment is working overtime to crush the America First movement in Texas.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune, the very man who replaced Mitch McConnell when senators rightfully rejected John Cornyn, is now brazenly pressuring President Donald Trump to back Cornyn in the highly contested Texas Senate Republican runoff.

In the November 2024 leadership election, Thune defeated John Cornyn (R-Texas) to become the leader in a closed-door vote among senators.

This begs a massive, alarming question: Is Leader Thune deliberately delaying the crucial SAVE Act to use as leverage to save Cornyn’s political career?

The Gateway Pundit previously reported that President Trump announced on Wednesday that he will be making an endorsement very soon in the fierce battle between true-conservative Ken Paxton and establishment-hack John Cornyn.

Since neither candidate cleared the 50% threshold on Tuesday night, Texas voters are heading to a runoff.

Trump wrote on Truth Social:

“The Republican Primary Race for the United States Senate in the Great State of Texas, a State I LOVE and won 3 times in Record Numbers (the HIGHEST vote ever recorded, by far!!!), cannot, for the good of the Party, and our Country, itself, be allowed to go on any longer. IT MUST STOP NOW!

We have an easy to beat, Radical Left Opponent, and we have to TOTALLY FOCUS on putting him away, quickly and decisively! Both John and Ken ran great races, but not good enough. Now, this one, must be PERFECT!

My Endorsements within the Republican Party have been virtually insurmountable! It is such an honor to realize and say that almost everyone I Endorse WINS, and wins by a lot, especially in Texas!

I will be making my Endorsement soon, and will be asking the candidate that I don’t Endorse to immediately DROP OUT OF THE RACE! Is that fair? We must win in November!!! Thank you for your attention to this matter.”

The choice for MAGA could not be clearer. Ken Paxton is a staunch conservative and a battle-tested MAGA favorite. He is a warrior who is well known for fighting rampant election fraud in the state of Texas.

Let’s not forget, it was Ken Paxton who boldly filed the 2020 lawsuit contesting the rigged election in four key states where Joe Biden mysteriously “defeated” President Trump with late-night ballot drops.

Paxton has also taken on Big Pharma and has fought against the medical transitioning of minors.

On the other side, you have John Cornyn, the hand-picked darling of the GOP establishment. The political elite have poured more than $71 million into propping up Cornyn’s campaign.

HOLY CRAP! The Deep State has COME OUT SWINGING because Ken Paxton has them THAT AFRAID! They dumped over $71 MILLION into Cornyn and it’s still not going to work.

Paxton is going to DEMOLISH whatever Democrat ends up being put against him.

I STAND WITH KEN PAXTON! pic.twitter.com/0ixTtwzVWw

— Gunther Eagleman (@GuntherEagleman) March 4, 2026

Now, the Swamp is calling in its favors.

In a recent interview with Fox News’ Martha MacCallum, Leader John Thune openly admitted he is actively lobbying President Trump to betray the grassroots movements and endorse Cornyn.

“I’ve spoken with the president already today about Texas, and I’m certainly hopeful,” Thune said.

“I’ve made no secret of the fact that I hope the president will endorse John Cornyn. He is an incredibly effective senator for the state of Texas, a strong conservative voice here in the United States Senate, and represents by far our very best hope of making sure that Texas stays red in November.”

Thune continued by praising Cornyn’s prospects in both the primary and general election.

“I believe he is not only going to win the primary, but the general election in November.”

When McCallum pressed Thune about whether Trump’s endorsement was imminent, the Senate leader declined to reveal details of their conversation but suggested the president was carefully considering the decision.

“I’m not going to characterize the conversations I’ve had with the president,” Thune said. “But I think it’s fair to say that he’s paying a lot of attention… and he knows full well how important it is that we hold Texas in the Republican column.”

WATCH:

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A war powers resolution to restrain President Trump’s action in Iran failed in the Senate in a 47-53 vote.

GOP Senator Rand Paul broke ranks and voted to restrict President Trump.

Democrat Senator John Fetterman voted with the Republicans to block the war powers resolution.

The Hill reported:

Senate Republicans voted largely along party lines Wednesday to defeat a bipartisan War Powers resolution to halt military action against Iran, even though a number of GOP senators are voicing concerns about the lack of a clear game plan for ending the conflict.

The motion to discharge the resolution from the Senate Foreign Relations Committee failed by a vote of 47-53.

Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.), who regularly opposes deploying U.S. armed forces in foreign conflicts, was the only Republican to vote to advance the measure.

Two key moderate Republicans, Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine), who faces a tough re-election, and Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), whose political base includes Democrats and moderates in Alaska, both voted to block the resolution even as both included notes of caution about the operation.

BREAKING: The Senate War Powers resolution vote fails 47 to 53. Sen. John Fetterman was the lone Democrat to vote against it, while Sen. Rand Paul was the lone Republican to support it. pic.twitter.com/lsThoANKui

— Fox News (@FoxNews) March 4, 2026

The US and Israel struck Iran over the weekend in a joint operation dubbed ‘Operation Epic Fury.’

Iran’s Supreme Leader and more than 40 senior Iranian Regime officials were killed in the strikes.

The US has sunk more than 20 Iranian ships and destroyed Iranian drones.

BREAKING…

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Legendary college football coach Lou Holtz passed away on Wednesday at 89.

Holtz had a storied career at the University of Notre Dame.

Holtz, who coached the Fighting Irish from 1986 to 1996, won 100 games and led the team to a national title in 1988.

While his cause of death has not been disclosed, his family shared that he died surrounded by his family.

A statement from his family shared,  “Louis Leo ‘Lou’ Holtz, legendary college football coach, Hall of Famer, bestselling author, and one of America’s most influential motivational voices, has passed away at the age of 89 in Orlando, Florida, surrounded by family.”

“Born January 6, 1937, in Follansbee, West Virginia, Holtz rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most respected figures in college athletics. Over a remarkable five decade career, he led college programs at William & Mary, NC State, Arkansas, Minnesota, Notre Dame, and South Carolina.”

“He transformed every team he inherited and captured the 1988 National Championship with the Fighting Irish. Holtz was preceded in death by his beloved wife of more than 50 years, Beth, with whom he shared a life grounded in faith, devotion, and service.”

“Holtz is remembered for his enduring values of faith, family, service, and an unwavering belief in the potential of others. His influence extended far beyond the football field through the Holtz Charitable Foundation and the many players, colleagues, and communities shaped by his leadership.”

He is survived by his four children, nine grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Funeral arrangements, including a Mass of Christian Burial at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart at the University of Notre Dame, will be announced as details are finalized.”

Wesley Pritchett, who played for Holtz on the 1988 National Championship team, shared a beautiful conversation he had with the coach.

“This is Pure Gold. I had the pleasure of spending time with Coach Holtz. I wanted to hear him explain his Three Rules for Life! 1) Do what’s right – trust. 2) Do everything to the best of your ability- commitment. 3) Show people you care – love. It’s pretty simple. He goes on to highlight why the transfer portal is ruining college football. The kids are losing out on the life lessons learned- how to persevere, how to be committed to a program and a group of people. You miss out on the bonds you create over 4 years. If you leave, you still have the problem, you are changing the address. These are words to live by.”

This is Pure Gold. I had the pleasure of spending time with Coach Holtz. I wanted to hear him explain his Three Rules for Life! 1) Do what’s right – trust. 2) Do everything to the best of your ability- commitment. 3) Show people you care – love. It’s pretty simple. He goes on to… pic.twitter.com/heoABfxaMZ

— Wesley Pritchett (@wpritchett34) February 3, 2026

During the 2016 Presidential Election, Holtz endorsed Trump in the Republican primary season and released a video endorsement praising Trump’s business success, first-class style, and non-politically correct approach.

During the 2020 Presidential Election, Holtz was one of Trump’s most prominent celebrity backers and spoke at the Republican National Convention (RNC) on August 26, 2020, endorsing Trump’s re-election.

He called Trump a “consistent winner” and “outstanding leader” who “loves our country,” praised his accomplishments, criticized Joe Biden and Kamala Harris (labeling them “Catholics in name only” on abortion issues), and urged voters to “show up” for Trump.

In 2020, Trump awarded Holtz the Presidential Medal of Freedom, America’s highest civilian honor.

Holtz thanked the President and called him “the greatest President during my lifetime.”

In September 2024, a video circulated of Holtz saying, “America needs Donald Trump now more than ever,” emphasizing that Trump would “secure the border,” succeed in making America great again, and needed voters’ help as part of a “team.”

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Far-left Minnesota Governor Tim Walz found himself completely outmatched Wednesday during a fiery House Oversight Committee hearing, when Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) dismantled the Democrat governor with a series of basic questions including simple math he appeared unable or unwilling to answer.

The setting was the House Oversight Committee’s hearing titled “Oversight of Fraud and Misuse of Federal Funds in Minnesota: Part II,” and by the time Mace was finished, there wasn’t much left of Walz’s reputation as an “effective administrator.”

The Gateway Pundit reported earlier when Mace tested Walz on his grasp of basic reality.

“What is a woman? Have you learned that lesson?” Mace asked point-blank.

Walz, visibly agitated and refusing to provide a biological definition, lashed out: “I’m not here to be your prop for your obsession!”

Mace didn’t miss a beat. “If you can’t define woman, you certainly can’t define fraud!” she shot back, before pivoting to the cold, hard numbers that Walz clearly hoped would never see the light of day.

But the most memorable moment of the hearing came when Rep. Nancy Mace decided to test the governor’s knowledge of his own state and the results were humiliating.

Mace noted that in 2017, Minnesota spent approximately $1 million on these programs. By 2024, under Walz’s watch, that number skyrocketed to a staggering $343 million.

The humiliation continued as Mace exposed Walz’s total lack of awareness regarding his own constituents. While Walz bragged about “rankings,” he couldn’t provide the basic number of children residing in Minnesota, nor could he estimate how many are actually on the autism spectrum.

Then came the line that resonated across social media: “Thank God you’re not Vice President of the United States.”

Nancy Mace:
How much money was spent on autism in Minnesota in 2017, Governor?

Tim Walz:
I don’t have those numbers in front of me, Congresswoman.

Nancy Mace:
Did you prepare for this hearing today?

Did you do any preparation for this hearing today?

Tim Walz:
I did. I take Congress seriously.

Nancy Mace:
And you’ve seen the numbers about autism fraud in Minnesota. So we’re going to do some Minnesota math with you today, okay? Are you ready? How much money was spent in 2017 for autism in Minnesota? How much?

Tim Walz:
I don’t know. I wasn’t the governor.

Nancy Mace:
Okay. Did you not just say that you prepared for this hearing today? $1 million. Okay. A quick Google search, or using your AI, could tell you $1 million was spent. How much money was spent on autism in Minnesota in 2024?

Tim Walz:
I don’t have the number in front of me.

Nancy Mace:
Were you the governor in 2024?

Tim Walz:
I was, but I’m not the head of—

Nancy Mace:
So your excuse before was that you didn’t know what the 2017 autism numbers were because you were not governor, and today you can’t answer the numbers about 2024 as governor, and you still said you prepared for this hearing today. It’s unbelievable. $343 million was spent in 2024. What percent increase is that from $1 million to $343 million? What percentage increase is that?

Tim Walz:
I’m not here to be your prop. Go ahead and tell me.

Nancy Mace:
Well, are you governor of Minnesota or not?

Tim Walz:
Yes, I am. I’m not a prop for a member of Congress.

Nancy Mace:
You can sure as hell bet that I’m going to know the math. The math is a 34,200% increase—an increase of 343 times what it was in this time period. Do you know the number of children in Minnesota?

Tim Walz:
I know that Minnesota ranked as a top three state for children in the last year.

Nancy Mace:
What is the total population in Minnesota?

Tim Walz:
5.7 million.

Nancy Mace:
Okay. What is the total population of children in Minnesota?

Tim Walz:
I don’t have the number in front of me right now.

Nancy Mace:
Are you the governor of Minnesota?

Tim Walz:
I know 400,000 were cut out of healthcare last week by the actions you made.

Nancy Mace:
Are you the governor of Minnesota?

Tim Walz:
I am.

Nancy Mace:
And you don’t know the number of children residing in Minnesota?

Tim Walz:
I don’t have the specific number. It’s 5.7 million.

Nancy Mace:
That’s your total population.

Tim Walz:
What age? What is the age—0 to 5? 0 to 19?

Nancy Mace:
You have approximately 1.2 million children in Minnesota.

Tim Walz:
What age?

Nancy Mace:
I’m not even governor of South Carolina. Our population in South Carolina is 5.5 million. We have approximately 1.1 million children under the age of 18 in my home state of South Carolina. Okay, as governor, I expect you to know this information. Thank God you’re not Vice President of the United States. Do you know approximately how many children in Minnesota are autistic or on the spectrum?

Tim Walz:
No, I don’t. I don’t have that number.

Nancy Mace:
Okay, well, if you take the CDC’s roughly 1 in 36 kids who are on the spectrum, we’re talking about approximately 33,000 kids. In South Carolina, it’s about 31,000 or so. Do you know what this is per child, spending-wise, in the fraud for autistic kids in Minnesota?

Tim Walz:
Again, I’m not here to be your prop. Go ahead and tell us.

Nancy Mace:
Is doing Minnesota math a prop? This is math. We’re talking about fraud.

Tim Walz:
Minnesota ranks at the top. Where does South Carolina rank?

Nancy Mace:
We’re talking about money.

Tim Walz:
Where do South Carolina children rank on healthiness?

Nancy Mace:
These are my questions for you. It doesn’t go the other way around unless we’re debating on a debate stage, and we’re not.

Tim Walz:
If you’re asking questions about being governor, it does. When you’re governor, you can come and tell me.

Nancy Mace:
I’m asking you questions about being governor of Minnesota, which you can’t answer. This is basic math, and you can’t even answer. Do you even care about kids in Minnesota?

Tim Walz:
They rank near the top in every category. My children are fed. My children are housed. My children have healthcare. My children have the best schools.

Nancy Mace:
Do you care about autistic children getting the services they need in Minnesota? Clearly, you don’t.

WATCH:

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Texas State Representative James Talarico defeated Rep. Jasmine Crockett in Texas’s closely watched Democratic Senate primary. The high-turnout race has given Democrats fresh hope they can compete in a state where they have not won a statewide race in decades. Talarico, a graduate of a Presbyterian seminary with a penchant for sprinkling his speeches with biblical references, is widely viewed as the more viable candidate in the general election.

With about 93.7 percent of the vote reported Wednesday morning, Talarico led Crockett 53 percent to 46 percent, enough to avoid a runoff. “We’re about to take back Texas,” the state lawmaker said in a brief victory statement.

Crockett conceded later Wednesday, urging Democrats to unite behind Talarico. “Texas is primed to turn blue and we must remain united because this is bigger than any one person,” she said. Senate Democrats, including Adam Schiff (D-CA) and Chris Coons (D-DE), quickly rallied behind the nominee.

Talarico now advances to a general election likely against either Sen. John Cornyn or Attorney General Ken Paxton, who will head to a May 26 Republican runoff after neither candidate secured a majority in the first round of their primary election.

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