NW Twin Cities

Walter Hudson, a Minnesota state representative, posted several remarks on his social media account in early September 2025, addressing issues related to school safety and legislative actions in the state.

On September 1, 2025, Hudson shared a brief comment: "Common sense." The following day, he posted another succinct message: "Ghoulish."

Later on September 2, Hudson expanded on his concerns regarding recent policy decisions affecting schools. He wrote: "Two years ago, the Democrat trifecta had just gutted school resource officers.

The impact was immediate and harmful. There was bipartisan outcry to fix it urgently.

But no special session from Walz.

Now. He wants one, not to do something meaningful, but to grandstand."

Hudson's reference to the "Democrat trifecta" points to a period when Democrats controlled both chambers of the Minnesota Legislature and the governor's office. During this time, changes were made that affected school resource officer programs across the state. The resulting controversy led to calls from members of both parties for urgent legislative action. However, according to Hudson’s post, Governor Tim Walz did not call a special session at that time.

The issue of school resource officers has been contentious in Minnesota politics over recent years. Changes implemented by lawmakers have drawn criticism from some who argue they reduced safety measures in schools and prompted public debate about how best to address student security and discipline policies.