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flag Minnesota mayors warn of looming budget crisis, urging state leaders to address fiscal challenges and avoid tax hikes.

flag Ninety-eight Minnesota mayors, mostly from Greater Minnesota and Twin Cities suburbs, urged state leaders on December 22 to address fiscal challenges, warning that unchecked spending, inconsistent management, and unfunded mandates are straining local budgets and pushing cities toward higher property taxes. flag They cited a projected $2.9 billion to $3 billion deficit for 2028–2029 and expressed concern over the loss of an $18 billion state surplus, despite a $5 billion budget cut and a $2.57 billion surplus projected for 2026–27. flag The mayors called for fiscal responsibility and a reevaluation of state policies. flag Meanwhile, federal prosecutors allege up to $9 billion in potential Medicaid fraud, a figure state officials say they cannot verify. flag Republican lawmakers echoed calls for spending cuts and accountability.

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