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During the first hearing, a confrontational tone was set, focusing on whether Governor Walz takes responsibility for the ongoing fraud scandals. In response, Walz acknowledged his role in prosecuting criminals but deflected criticism regarding systemic issues. "Certainly I take responsibility for putting people in jail," Walz stated, emphasizing his actions rather than the unchecked nature of the fraudulent activities. Critics argue, however, that this is insufficient, pointing to the absence of a formal apology or acknowledgment of oversight failures.