The reckoning did not arrive with a dramatic speech or televised ultimatum. It came quietly, methodically—and with paperwork. For years, Minnesota’s political culture rested on a deeply held belief: that its reputation for clean governance, progressive ideals, and “Minnesota nice” placed it beyond serious federal consequence. That belief crumbled, not with outrage, but with action, when Donald Trump returned to power and federal authorities began examining systems long considered untouchable. Continue reading…