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Walz Defends Pardon of Convicted Child Predator | US News
Governor Tim Walz defends his controversial pardon of Tou Lue Vang, a convicted child predator, arguing the move didn’t compromise public safety and questioning why federal authorities waited years to deport him. The Minnesota Board of Pardons approved the pardon in June, citing victim support, Vang’s rehabilitation, and judicial input — but the decision has sparked outrage, with DHS calling it disgraceful and Republicans slamming Walz for prioritizing mercy over justice. Even some Democrats, including Senator Amy Klobuchar, oppose the pardon, highlighting a deepening national debate over…
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