U.S. Official Accuses Minnesota Governor of Visa Fraud

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has publicly accused Minnesota Governor Tim Walz of involvement in large-scale visa fraud. The allegation centers on a federal program that allows international graduates to work in the United States. Speaking in a recent interview, Secretary Noem claimed Governor Walz "brought people in there illegally that never should have been in this country." She did not provide specific evidence to support the claim. The accusation refers to the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program. OPT permits foreign students who graduate from U.S. universities to work in the country for up to three years. Governor Walz’s office has not yet issued a public response to the allegation. The Department of Homeland Security has also not released further details or announced any formal investigation.