On Thursday, the congresswoman announced the DOJ “confirmed receipt” of the criminal referrals.

The Washington Examiner contacted the DOJ for comment.

Luna’s requests come amid intensifying federal scrutiny that the DOJ is applying to allegations of widespread fraud within Minnesota’s social services programs. The Florida Republican expressed concern that Walz and Ellison may have ignored “clear warning signs of misconduct involving federal funds.”

“The seriousness of these concerns warrants careful and impartial review,” she wrote. “Federal funds must be protected, federal oversight must not be obstructed, and no public official is exempt from accountability under the law.”

The referrals were made as the House Oversight Committee held a hearing on the misuse of federal funds in Minnesota. Luna, who serves as a member of the GOP-majority committee, appeared confident that actions taken by Walz and Ellison warrant an investigation and possible prosecution.

The Walz administration is currently dealing with the recent surge of immigration and the deployment of investigative officers to Minnesota. The personnel dispatched by the DOJ and other federal agencies are tasked with investigating alleged fraud tied to nonprofit organizations, as well as child care and Medicaid programs in the state.

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The increased federal presence is stoking tensions in Minneapolis, where a 37-year-old woman was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer. Walz urged local residents to maintain peace in an effort to deter violent protests.

Earlier this week, Walz ended his 2026 reelection bid for a third term due to his handling of the alleged fraud schemes. President Donald Trump is of the opinion that Walz may be “criminally liable” in connection with the scandal, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said after Walz dropped out of the gubernatorial race.