Brian Nicholson

A Minnesota Senate committee reported that two-thirds of reviewed Medicaid providers received disenrollment notices, though officials clarified this does not confirm fraud. Brian Nicholson, running mate for Kendall Qualls, defended his Jan. 6, 2021, presence at the U.S. Capitol, stating he left when violence erupted. Qualls dismissed a critical report as a 'hit piece.' Peggy Flanagan, a U.S. Senate candidate, discussed her stance on fraud and ICE in a studio interview.

Republican gubernatorial candidate Kendall Qualls and his running mate Brian Nicholson dismiss news stories about Nicholson's attendance at the Jan. 6 Capitol riot as 'hit pieces.' Nicholson claims he did not enter the Capitol and left when violence began, while Qualls states he was aware of Nicholson's presence during their initial meeting. A political analyst notes the issue could influence voter perceptions among different Republican factions.

Brian Nicholson, the running mate for GOP-endorsed gubernatorial candidate Kendall Qualls, confirmed he was present at the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection. Minnesota DFL Party Chair Richard Carlbom condemned Nicholson’s participation, stating no one who supports January 6 rioters should be near the governor’s office.