Pete Stauber Unleashes Fury: Shreds Democrat Governor Tim Walz Over “Stolen Valor” and Law Enforcement Lies in Explosive Hearing

In a congressional hearing that felt more like a political prize fight than a policy debate, Minnesota GOP Congressman Pete Stauber delivered a blistering takedown of Democrat Governor Tim Walz. The tension was palpable from the start, with Stauber locked in and ready to grill Walz on everything from law enforcement to military service. What followed was a relentless barrage that exposed what Stauber called Walz’s “lies, hypocrisy, and stolen valor”—leaving the governor reeling and viewers glued to their screens.

The Stage Is Set: Law Enforcement, Riots, and Responsibility

The hearing opened with Stauber holding up a picture from the infamous 2020 Minneapolis riots. He demanded Walz describe the scene: Was it a peaceful protest, as some had claimed, or a criminal act? Walz tried to sidestep, but Stauber wasn’t having it. “So it wasn’t a peaceful protest, right?” he pressed, forcing Walz to admit it was a criminal act and those involved were prosecuted. Stauber then drew a direct line from Walz’s leadership to the chaos that engulfed Minnesota, reminding everyone of the governor’s own words, calling his response to the riots “an abject failure.”

Stauber didn’t stop there. He connected the dots to recent lawlessness in Los Angeles and grilled Walz about his infamous comparison of immigration enforcement officers to the Gestapo. Stauber asked repeatedly if Walz would rescind that statement—each time, Walz danced around the question, refusing to give a direct answer.

Exposing the Double Standard: ICE, Crime, and Political Rhetoric

Stauber shifted gears, bringing up the arrest of a violent al-Shabaab terrorist and three child predators in Minnesota by ICE agents. “Are the officers who arrested these criminals Nazis or the Gestapo?” Stauber demanded. Walz, caught in the crossfire, tried to deflect, but Stauber hammered home the point: law enforcement officers putting their lives on the line shouldn’t be smeared with such labels.

The Congressman then highlighted a major law enforcement victory: 900 pounds of meth taken off Minnesota streets. Walz praised the outcome, but Stauber quickly pointed out that ICE had assisted in the operation—a fact Walz claimed not to know. Stauber’s calm delivery of the information made Walz appear out of touch with the very law enforcement efforts he claimed to support.

The Bombshell: Stolen Valor and Military Service

The hearing reached its boiling point when Stauber confronted Walz about his military service. Walz had previously claimed he “carried weapons in war,” a statement Stauber called “stolen valor.” Stauber’s wife is an Iraq War veteran, and his outrage was personal and palpable. “You lied to the voters. You said you carried weapons in war. That is stolen valor,” Stauber thundered, demanding respect for real veterans.

Objections erupted across the room. Walz insisted he served as a command sergeant major, but Stauber produced a challenge coin showing Walz retired as a master sergeant—a lower rank. The awkwardness was thick; Stauber’s accusation of stolen valor landed like a grenade, and Walz struggled to respond. The spectacle was so intense, the chairman had to intervene, calling for order as politicians shouted over each other.

Political Fallout: Nazi Labels and Law Enforcement Support

Stauber closed by recalling Walz’s past comments, where he labeled Trump supporters “Nazis and fascists.” He connected this rhetoric to the Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association’s refusal to support Walz in the last election—a political blow that resonated across the state. “That’s why they didn’t support you,” Stauber declared, driving home the message that Walz’s words have real consequences for law enforcement and public safety.

With a final jab, Stauber invoked the “land of rocks and cows,” a phrase that has become a rallying cry for rural Minnesotans tired of urban elitism and political games. The hearing ended with Stauber standing tall, having delivered a masterclass in congressional grilling, while Walz looked battered by the relentless assault.

The Verdict: A Hearing That Detonated

This wasn’t just another day in Congress—it was a political detonation. Stauber exposed what he sees as deep flaws in Walz’s leadership, from riot response to law enforcement support to military service claims. He called out hypocrisy, demanded accountability, and refused to let Walz off the hook.

For viewers, it was a reminder that some hearings don’t just happen—they explode. If you’re tired of politicians dodging tough questions, if you believe in honoring real service and supporting law enforcement, this was a moment to remember.

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