Bondi requests Minnesota voter and welfare data for public safety efforts

January 25, 2026 • Google News World

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Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has received a letter from Attorney General Pam Bondi, requesting access to the state’s voter rolls and welfare data. The request was made in an effort to “help bring back law and order” following recent shootings.

Bondi’s letter, which has been shared publicly, includes several conditions for ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) to leave Minnesota. These conditions include sharing Minnesotan voter rolls with the federal government, repealing the state’s sanctuary policies, and providing access to the state’s welfare data.

The request comes amid a growing debate over immigration enforcement in the United States. Bondi has stated that sharing Minnesotan voter rolls can help prevent “national tragedies” such as mass shootings.

Governor Walz has not yet responded to Bondi’s letter. However, his office has confirmed that the state will continue to protect its residents from federal immigration authorities unless there is a court order requiring it to do so.

The request for access to Minnesota’s voter rolls and welfare data has sparked controversy among some lawmakers and advocacy groups. Others have expressed support for Bondi’s efforts to improve public safety.

As the situation continues to unfold, Governor Walz and Attorney General Bondi are expected to provide further updates on their plans to address the issue.

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