Good point.
If the Italian Mafia had steered our great nation towards Pastafarianism at least we'd have a lot of carbs and starch in our diets.
Not to mention predictable memes:
;-)
Posted on 12/31/2025 12:01:22 PM PST by DFG
🚨 BREAKING - Nick Shirley's right-hand man DAVID from Minnesota is PLAYING NO GAMES: "I filed a formal criminal complaint against Tim Walz for violating Minnesota Statute 3.971, Subdivision 9!"
"Investigation's ongoing. I think Tim's gonna have a bad day, AND HE DESERVES IT." 🔥
"Because he allowed this fraud. Because he wanted the voting bloc the Somalis represent, because they all vote in a bloc. 100,000, 150,000, who knows how many!"
"It's SO BAD now when we go to a facility, they're already screaming, Nick Shirley, Nick Shirley, @NickShirleyy!" 🤯
Minnesota Statute 3.971, Subdivision 9, mandates that heads of audited organizations (like CEOs, CFOs) must promptly notify the Legislative Auditor if they learn of potential misuse of public funds/resources or unauthorized access to non-public government data, requiring the auditor to investigate or coordinate with law enforcement, ensuring accountability for public resources and data privacy.
Key Details of Subd. 9: Who Must Notify: "Obligated officers," including chief executives, financial/admin/info officers, and division heads of organizations subject to audit. What Triggers Notification: Information about unlawful use of public money/resources or unauthorized access to non-public data (as defined in Chapter 13). Legislative Auditor's Role: Upon notification, the auditor investigates the allegation and collaborates with law enforcement if necessary. Why It Matters: This subdivision places a direct responsibility on leadership within public entities to report suspected misconduct, acting as a crucial internal control to protect public funds and sensitive data, with the Legislative Auditor serving as an independent oversight body.
...at least the Italian Mafia was NOT interested in turning the US into an Islamic Caliphate.
Democrats Ilhan Omar, Gov Tim Walz and leftist AG Keith Ellison covered up massive Somali
fraud and hid it from taxpayers to both appease Somalis and to get their votes in future elections.
Politicians who hide public corruption from taxpayers face severe penalties, including lengthy prison sentences, substantial fines, removal from office, and the forfeiture of retirement benefits. These penalties can be enforced through both the criminal justice system and administrative processes at the federal, state, and local levels.
Overview of Penalties
The specific penalties depend on the jurisdiction (federal or state) and the severity and nature of the underlying corrupt activity and the attempt to conceal it. Common penalties include:
Imprisonment: Corrupt officials can face significant jail time. For example, federal bribery convictions can carry a prison sentence of up to 15 years, while many state-level felonies for corruption can result in imprisonment for a range of years, sometimes up to 20 years.
Fines and Restitution: Officials may be ordered to pay substantial fines, often up to three times the amount of the pecuniary gain or loss caused by the crime. Restitution to the victims (the public) is also a possible remedy.
Removal or Forfeiture of Office: Conviction for certain ethics violations or corruption often results in the official being removed from their position or forfeiting their public office.
Loss of Benefits: Public officials may forfeit their government or public employment retirement benefits upon conviction for corruption.
Administrative Sanctions: Ethics commissions or legislative bodies can impose administrative penalties, such as monetary sanctions or public rebukes, even for minor violations.
Legal Basis for Penalties-—Failing to disclose corruption often falls under broader statutes related to:
Official Misconduct: Intentionally refraining from performing an official duty or performing an unauthorized act with the intent to obtain a benefit or injure the public.
Knowing Violation of Disclosure Requirements: Specific laws require public officials to disclose conflicts of interest and file complete and correct statements of economic interests. Intentionally failing to do so is often a criminal offense.
Perjury or False Statements: Lying to investigators, ethics commissions, or in official reports is a separate, serious crime.
Obstruction of Justice: Actively hiding evidence or influencing witnesses to conceal corruption can lead to additional severe penalties under obstruction statutes.
Honest Services Fraud: Federal laws target officials who defraud the public by failing to provide “honest services” through bribery or kickback schemes.
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Summary Ethics and Public Corruption Laws: Penalties
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Jul 29, 2024 — shall be fined under this title or imprisoned for not more than two years, or both. Paragraphs (3) and (4) of subsection...snip
A jury of Somalis.
Nick and David.
Looks like they’re wearing protection.
Good for them!
May God bless and keep them.
If there’s nothing to it, why all the panic?
I believe “malfeasance” carries a stiff penalty as well, and should apply here?
sorry dude, it’s going to go before a Minnesota judge, so you’ve got a snowballs chance.
Malfeasance in public office carries stiff penalties, including hefty fines, substantial prison time (potentially decades or even life in some jurisdictions like the UK), removal from office, permanent disqualification from future public roles, restitution, and even loss of certifications (like P.O.S.T. for law enforcement).
Penalties vary significantly by state and country, ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies, but it’s treated as a severe breach of public trust, often leading to career-ending consequences.
Common Penalties:
Criminal Charges: Imprisonment (felony or misdemeanor, depending on jurisdiction and severity).
Financial Penalties: Large fines and mandated restitution (paying back stolen funds or damages).
Loss of Office/Job: Forfeiture of current employment or elected position.
Disqualification: Permanent ban from holding any public office in the future.
Professional Consequences: Revocation of professional licenses or certifications (e.g., police officer certification).
Examples of Severity:
UK: A common law offense with a maximum sentence of life imprisonment.
US (Varies): In Virginia, it can be a misdemeanor. In Louisiana, up to 10 years in prison and significant fines. In California, a conviction can lead to a lifetime ban from office.
It’s considered a serious offense, and the consequences aim to punish the official and protect the public from further corruption, as detailed in various state laws and legal resources like US Legal Forms.
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