Gov. Walz calls on feds to release $240 million in Medicaid reimbursements to Minnesota

The federal government is still withholding more than $240 million in Medicaid reimbursements to Minnesota, despite approving the state’s plan to address fraud concerns. Gov. Tim Walz says the funds should now be released. Thunderstorms, hail and at least one tornado scoured southern Minnesota last night.This is an MPR News Evening update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music is by Gary Meister.