Minnesota Governor Tim Walz delivered a strong rebuke to demands for his resignation during a press conference in Minneapolis on January 6, 2026.
The event focused on the rollout of the state’s new Paid Family and Medical Leave program, but shifted to questions from reporters about Republican calls for him to step down. These calls stem from the ongoing welfare fraud scandal.
In response, Walz stated clearly: “I’m not going anywhere. You can make all your requests for me to resign — over my dead body will that happen.”
This quote, captured in a video clip shared by Fox News, shows Walz speaking at a podium with multiple microphones. He appeared resolute as he addressed the resignation demands directly during the Q&A session.
The press conference highlighted the implementation of the paid leave initiative. However, the governor used the opportunity to respond defiantly to the political pressure surrounding the fraud investigations.
Multiple outlets reported the same direct quote from Walz, confirming his refusal to leave office before the end of his term. He emphasized his commitment to continuing his duties despite the calls for resignation.
