Attorney General Keith Ellison

mprnews.orgICE agent charged with shooting, wounding man during Operation Metro Surge arrested in MinneapolisChristian Castro is due to make an initial appearance in Hennepin County court on Thursday afternoon on state charges, and in federal court in St. Paul on Friday morning on federal charges.

17 Sept

I repeatedly said Christian Castro would not escape justice in Minnesota. Today, he began facing justice here. Greg Abbott has gotten away with nothing — except turning Texas into a sanctuary state for violent criminals. www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...

ag.state.mn.usAttorney General Ellison files false claims lawsuits against businesses and individuals for child nutrition fraudTwo civil lawsuits — against Nasib Bakery, and East African Healthcare Network and related entities and individuals — allege defendants submitted millions in false claims to Minnesota Department of Ed...

Minnesotans have no tolerance for fraud, and neither do I. When it comes to child nutrition fraud, my office’s authority is civil, not criminal, so today I filed two civil lawsuits under the False Claims Act to hold fraudsters accountable. www.ag.state.mn.us/Office/Commu...

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In the other, I allege a network of companies also submitted false claims, claiming $10M in reimbursement for 3 million meals they said they served at over a dozen sites. But they didn’t serve anywhere near this number of meals and individuals personally profited from the program funds.

Fraud in child nutrition programs offends me to my core. I will keep using my civil-law authority to investigate, hold accountable, and get taxpayers’ money back from the fraudsters who committed it. Today’s lawsuits are another step. More is coming.

In one lawsuit, I allege a Minneapolis bakery submitted false claims to the State, claiming $2M in reimbursements for 860K meals they said they served during the pandemic. Defendants spent only a small fraction of that amount on food supplies—and over $1 million went into a personal bank account.

ag.state.mn.usAttorney General Ellison wins as Court of Appeals reinstates jury’s guilty verdict in $7.2 million Medicaid fraud caseAG Ellison’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit charged Abdifatah Yusuf in June 2024 for billing Medicaid for services not provided, falsely documented, or overbilled; Yusuf used money to fund lavish lifesty...

Big win for MN: the Court of Appeals reversed an acquittal in a $7.2 million Medicaid Fraud case, so now the jury’s guilty verdict stands as it always should have. Another example of how my fraud-fighting team will use *every option* to hold fraudsters accountable. www.ag.state.mn.us/Office/Commu...

Right now, our South Asian and Hindu neighbors are hurting, thanks to an ongoing rise in hateful, bigoted rhetoric toward their communities. Most of this hate is online, but Sunday’s failed shooting at Sri Venkateswara Swami (Balaji) Temple in IL reveals just how terrifying the problem has become.

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It is tragic that those bedrock values remain under threat, but I am heartened by the strength and resilience of our communities, and by the tireless, courageous work happening every day to bring us closer to our nation’s stated ideals.

To my Hindu and South Asian neighbors in Minnesota – know that I and millions of Minnesotans stand with you. As I do each and every day, I will use all the tools of this office to help you live with dignity, safety, and respect.

I condemn all violence or threats of violence against the South Asian and Hindu communities. In America, people should be able to live their lives, fully and without apology, no matter their background. People should be able to exercise their faith and visit their houses of worship without fear.

ag.state.mn.usAttorney General Ellison asks court to protect children and consumers in Character.AI bankruptcyJoins broad, bipartisan coalition of 40 AGs in highlighting serious concerns about company’s safety and privacy practices, calling for protections for children and consumers in any sale of business or...

Another example of the dangers of unregulated AI: Character.AI has collected personal data on Minnesotans, including our kids. Now that they've filed for bankruptcy, I've asked the court to protect that sensitive data in any sale of Character.AI or its assets. www.ag.state.mn.us/Office/Commu...

Character.AI was dangerous long before its bankruptcy. Its chatbots have been credibly accused of exposing young people to inappropriate content. Our investigations even discovered chatbots simulating sex with child accounts. I won't let the harm continue by leaving Minnesotans' data unprotected.

ag.state.mn.usAttorney General Ellison urges swift passage of latest Epstein Files Transparency ActJoins 17 AGs in urging Congress quickly pass Epstein Files Transparency Act II, which would give state AGs and survivors the power to enforce the transparency that Congress has already demanded but Tr...

Jeffrey Epstein's crimes were beyond heinous, but we still don't have a complete picture, as Trump's DOJ has dragged its heels every step of the way. I'm supporting a new bill that would state AGs more power to deliver the transparency the American people deserve. www.ag.state.mn.us/Office/Commu...

The Epstein Files Transparency Act II would give victims the right to records about the harms they suffered, close loopholes that DOJ has used to evade disclosure, and give state AGs the authority to sue DOJ for its delay tactics. I'm proud to back these changes for transparency and accountability.

affordingyourlife.substack.comUtilities and AffordabilityAG Ellison’s testimony before the Public Utilities Commission affordability hearing on October 13, 2026

No Minnesotan should have to choose between paying their utility bills and putting food on the table. Small businesses have enough pressures without worrying about rising utility costs. Affordability is a big part of my job, & I testified in front of the Public Utility Commission with that in mind.

ag.state.mn.usKnow your rights to vote safely and without intimidation or misinformationMinnesota’s strong pro-democracy laws help ensure accessibility to the ballot box and that our elections remain free and fair. Whether you’re voting early, voting absentee, or visiting your polling pl...

18 Sept

In Minnesota, we take pride in our democracy. Whether you’re voting early in person, voting by mail, or visiting your polling place on Election Day, it’s important that you know your rights to vote safely. Remember - voting starts today and runs through November 3! www.ag.state.mn.us/Election/Vot...

yahoo.comClarity Act Stalls in Senate as Crypto Bill Fails to Clear Key VoteThe crypto market structure bill failed to receive enough votes to advance in the Senate.

15 Sept

Good news out of D.C.: The Trump-backed Clarity Act failed in the Senate. Yesterday a coalition of 15 AGs and I came out against the bill because it would make it harder to stop cryptocurrency fraud. I’m going to keep fighting to protect Minnesotans from crypto scams. www.yahoo.com/news/politic...

ag.state.mn.usAttorney General Ellison calls on Congress to preserve states’ ability to protect Americans from cryptocurrency scamsClarity Act would jeopardize state attorneys’ general ability to protect investors from crypto scams and frauds

15 Sept

Yesterday's release: www.ag.state.mn.us/Office/Commu...

It’s so absurd that it’s hard to believe: a 63-year-old Michigan coal plant was set to shut down. The plant owners, the community, and defenders of the environment all agreed it should close. But on the eve of the plant’s closure, the Trump administration ordered the owners to keep it open.

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pbs.orgFederal court rejects Trump administration order keeping Michigan coal plant openIn a defeat for the Trump administration, a federal court on Friday ruled that the Energy Department exceeded its authority when it forced a Michigan coal-fired power plant to stay open past its sched...

With the support of my office, AG Dana Nessel also took the administration to court. And wouldn’t you know it, their claims of an “energy emergency” that required the plant stay open didn’t stand up to scrutiny: www.pbs.org/newshour/pol...

These are just more examples of Trump doing whatever he can to protect his fossil fuel buddies—at the expense of the environment, communities, and even private businesses. I hope he gets the message loud and clear: We won’t stand for it.

Keeping this inefficient, dirty, and expensive plant running means hundreds of millions of dollars in costs that would be passed down to consumers across the Great Lakes region. My office joined Illinois in filing suit to keep that from happening.

The Michigan order wasn’t the only one the administration has pushed out: We’ve got a dozen of these cases pending, and we’ll continue to defend Minnesotans from the unfair rate hikes the Trump administration seems to love.

8 Sept

Welcome back to school, Minnesota!

mprnews.orgICE officer charged with lying about shooting turns himself in to feds, AP source saysThe federal charges follow Castro's release from jail last week after Texas’ governor refused to immediately sign an extradition warrant to hand him over to Minnesota authorities, who have charged him...

4 Sept

I've said all along that Christian Castro would face justice in Minnesota. And now that he’s finally turned himself in in Texas, he soon will. www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...

2 Sept

The fatal shooting in the Loring Park neighborhood is horrifying. My deepest thoughts are with those killed and hurt, including the police officers injured. I pray for their quick recovery. I fully support responding law enforcement and my office will help in all the ways possible.

ag.state.mn.usAttorney General Ellison secures compliance and nearly $1M in relief for Minnesotans harmed by unlawful mortgage lendingArizona-based fintech company Unlock Partnership Solutions sold ‘home equity agreements’ that advanced money for future repayment, secured by borrowers’ homes

7 Aug

My office works hard to enforce Minnesota's lending laws and help homeowners afford their lives. Our settlement with Unlock Partnership Solutions will see them stop offering predatory home loans and pay $1M to homeowners who were taken advantage of. www.ag.state.mn.us/Office/Commu...

20 July

Big news: The coalition of Attorneys General fighting the dangerous Paramount / WB merger has won a temporary restraining order, meaning that the merger is blocked for the duration of our litigation. But we aren't stopping there. We're going to keep pushing to block this costly merger permanently.

15 July

Today, I filed a lawsuit to halt the sale of Loon vapes in Minnesota. State law bans e-cigarettes designed to appeal to kids. With flavors like Cotton Candy and Mountain Dude, Loon is in clear violation of that law. I will not let corporations like Loon prey on our children.

startribune.comThe U and Fairview finally have a deal, and it drops ‘U of M’ from their biggest hospital’s nameForthcoming name change at University of Minnesota Medical Center in Minneapolis shows tension at the heart of a more limited partnership.

10 June

I was proud to facilitate the mediation process that led to these agreements between the University of Minnesota, the University of Minnesota Physicians, and Fairview.

10 June

This outcome helps us secure Minnesota's future as a world-class leader in patient care, medical education, and research. In a challenging healthcare environment, it represents a fresh start and a reason for optimism about what's ahead.

4 June

The latest episode of our podcast, Affording Your Life, is out now! We are talking all about the work of the AG's office in Greater Minnesota. Check it out now on Substack or wherever you get your podcasts!

4 June

Join the Minnesota Attorney General’s office for a dynamic all-day Continuing Legal Education (CLE) seminar. This year’s topic is Federal Accountability and the Rule of Law. We hope to see you there! Register: tinyurl.com/MNAGO-CLE

2 June

Happy Pride Month, Minnesota! This month, and every month, I am proud to stand with our LGBTQIA+ Minnesotans. I will keep fighting for your right to live with dignity, safety, and respect.

29 May

27 May

I'm convening community members and stakeholders for a forum about the proposed merger between North Memorial and Sanford Health. Join us Monday, June 8 in Robbinsdale. RSVP: tinyurl.com/NorthMemoria...

27 May

The deck is stacked against young people online. Unfortunately, the KIDS Act protects Big Tech instead of our children. I will keep working with my fellow AGs to stand up to social media companies that are trying to turn a profit by harming our children.

25 May

George Floyd, his family, and the people of Minnesota changed history. Together, we showed no one is above the law — and no one is beneath it.

25 May

This Memorial Day, we remember all of the brave Americans who made the ultimate sacrifice. Today, we are holding them and their families in our prayers and gratitude.

22 May

Last week, I held a forum to discuss the future of HCMC, a flagship health care institution for MN. Hear from a community member sharing about the importance of HCMC, who provided life-saving care for his sister in law when she suffered a traumatic brain injury.

21 May

Exciting news! Our bill, the MAP Act, passed in both the House and Senate and is headed to the Governor's desk to be signed into law. This will give my office more resources to fight fraud and protect vulnerable Minnesotans.

21 May

Aimee Bock has received the sentence she deserves. I thank federal prosecutors for their years of hard work to hold fraudster-in-chief Bock and the other fraudsters accountable and congratulate them on this outcome. Justice has been done.

bit.lyMinnesota should have its day in court with Big Oil • Minnesota ReformerThe Trump administration is attempting to keep our taxpayers shouldering the climate costs that Big Oil companies racked up, while blocking our state from having its day in court.

20 May

For years, I've been fighting to hold Big Oil accountable for deceiving consumers. They're scared, so they ran to Trump for help. Now Trump is suing MN to try to stop our lawsuit. Minnesotans deserve their day in court and we'll keep fighting for it.

19 May

Last week, I held a forum to discuss the future of HCMC, a flagship health care institution for MN. Hear from a community member sharing about the importance of HCMC providing care for Minnesotans who might not otherwise find the trusted care they need.

19 May

Minnesota Valley threatened to shut off the power for a Minnesotan who requires life-sustaining medical equipment. This was as cruel as it was unlawful. We went to court after hours, and we won. I will not allow any business to put their profit before Minnesotans’ survival.

18 May

Nobody is above the law, including ICE agents. The State of Minnesota must hold people accountable for violating the law and for harming Minnesotans. I support the filing of these charges, and I am working closely with @hennepinatty.bsky.social Moriarty to ensure we reach a just outcome here.

fox9.comMedicaid fraudster wants to shield bank account from prosecutorsA convicted fraudster is fighting to keep more than half-a-million dollars in a business account off limits as Minnesota tries to recover stolen Medicaid funds.

18 May

My Medicaid Fraud Control Unit recently seized $1.2 million from someone we convicted of defrauding Medicaid. Now, we're going after another $650,000 in the fraudster's bank account. I will continue to aggressively prosecute Medicaid fraud and fight to recover stolen tax dollars.