Minnesota (trfnews.i234.me) — Minnesota House Republicans say they plan to introduce four impeachment articles against Gov. Tim Walz.
News reports say the draft resolution is dated Jan. 12, 2026.
It accuses Walz of “corrupt conduct in office,” according to the draft language.
It also claims he failed to faithfully carry out state laws.
Several outlets report the effort is led by Rep. Mike Wiener.
Wiener is a Republican from Long Prairie.
Reports say 10 other Republicans support the move.
What the draft claims
The resolution lists four separate articles.
They focus on alleged fraud in state-run programs.
The draft says Walz knew about major fraud risks.
It says he did not act fast enough to stop losses.
- Article I: Lawmakers claim Walz allowed widespread fraud to continue.
- Article II: Lawmakers claim Walz interfered with oversight and investigation.
- Article III: Lawmakers claim Walz put politics ahead of lawful work.
- Article IV: Lawmakers claim Walz failed to enforce safeguards for public funds.
The draft points to audits, reports, and other warnings.
It says the fraud involved taxpayer money.
It also claims agencies resisted review and public checks.
Response from the governor’s office
Walz’s office sent a statement to FOX 9.
The statement criticized the lawmakers behind the effort.
It said they were trying to “capitalize” on federal politics.
The office also urged lawmakers to focus on other work.
What happens next
The 2026 Minnesota legislative session starts Tuesday, Feb. 17.
House and Senate floor sessions are set to begin at noon.
A majority vote in the House is needed to impeach.
Any trial would then move to the Minnesota Senate.
A two-thirds vote in the Senate is needed to remove a governor.
Minnesota’s Constitution also outlines suspension rules.
It says an impeached officer is suspended until acquittal.
Read more
- Draft resolution and articles (PDF)
- FOX 9 coverage
- KVRR report
- InForum report
- Minnesota Constitution, Article VIII
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.