Feds investigating Gov Walz, Mayor Frey over alleged obstruction in Minneapolis
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Fox News has learned that federal prosecutors are investigating both Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey for allegedly obstructing law enforcement efforts in the blue state.
Two sources familiar confirmed the investigation, but additional details about the investigation have not been made public.
The investigation is in its early stages and it is unclear whether it will result in any criminal charges, sources said.
The Ministry of Justice declined to comment.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Gov. Tim Walz are at the center of a federal investigation into obstruction of law enforcement. (Victor J. Blue/Bloomberg via Getty Images; Jerry Holt/The Minnesota Star Tribune via Getty Images)
Democratic leaders encouraged anti-immigration enforcement protests following the death of Renee Nicole Good, 37, who was fatally shot by a federal agent on Jan. 7 while allegedly obstructing an ICE operation in Minneapolis.
This is an evolving story. Please check back for updates.
