KSTP/SurveyUSA poll: Most Minnesotans critical of fraud, efforts to stop it; most important issues

The economy will be a major issue in 2026 election races, as will fraud.

Results of a new KSTP/SurveyUSA poll reveal who Minnesotans blame most for fraud, how big of a problem they believe it to be, and how serious they believe the state is about stopping future fraud.

Voters were also asked about the what issues are most important to them.

Find more poll results here. See a breakdown of these poll results below.

Fraud: Who’s to Blame | Fraud: Severity and Sincerity | Most Important Issues

Fraud: Who’s to Blame?

If you believe Gov. Tim Walz is most to blame for Minnesota’s widespread fraud issues, you’re not alone.

One-third of respondents to the poll said the outgoing governor shoulders the most blame, but he actually didn’t receive the most votes. The criminals themselves are most to blame, according to 36% of voters. The Minnesota Legislature received 13% of votes while 17% said “someone…

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