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EPISODE · Jan 30, 2026 · 31 MIN

Could Tim Walz Face Federal Charges? Why a Trump Call Changes Nothing

from Unshaken & Unafraid with Joe Pags · host Unshaken & Unafraid with Joe Pags

Did Minnesota Governor Tim Walz think a friendly phone call with Donald Trump would make his legal problems disappear? Not so fast. Despite the media spin about “unity,” serious legal questions remain about Minnesota’s handling of ICE operations, cooperation with federal authorities, and whether state officials could face real criminal liability. Joe Pags is joined by constitutional attorney Josh Hammer to break down what the law actually says — not the politics. We cover:• Can a governor face federal charges?• Did Minnesota obstruct ICE enforcement?• What the Insurrection Act really allows• Federal vs state power explained• And whether Walz is truly “safe” A handshake doesn’t erase potential liability — and this story may be far from over.                     Tim Walz, Donald Trump, ICE, immigration enforcement, Minnesota politics, federal charges, criminal liability, Insurrection Act, constitutional law, conservative podcast, Joe Pags Show, political analysis, breaking news politics  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Did Minnesota Governor Tim Walz think a friendly phone call with Donald Trump would make his legal problems disappear? Not so fast. Despite the media spin about “unity,” serious legal questions remain about Minnesota’s handling of ICE operations,...

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