NW Twin Cities

Walter Hudson, a Minnesota state legislator, posted a series of tweets on September 25, 2025, expressing criticism of local governance and legal policies in Minnesota. In his posts, Hudson questioned the balance between the rights of property owners and tenants, as well as the conduct of elected officials.

In one tweet at 11:17 a.m., Hudson stated, "Minnesota protects criminals over law-abiding citizens. Example: Apparently, accepting payment for rent to which you are legally entitled, because it's your property, means you can't evict someone despite the fact they destroyed your property and harmed neighbors. Insane." This comment reflects ongoing debates in Minnesota regarding landlord-tenant laws and eviction procedures.

Shortly after, at 11:17 a.m., Hudson shared an additional resource with the post "Article: https://t.co/IfuAN8my8b", suggesting further reading on the subject he addressed.

Later that morning at 11:35 a.m., Hudson criticized an unnamed mayor’s actions with strong language: "This mayor should be dragged, literally dragged, from his council chambers in hogtie restraints. It should be televised, and anyone who attempts to interfere should go to prison alongside him. This is an elected official celebrating terrorists and threatening a citizen."

Minnesota has seen increased scrutiny over its eviction laws in recent years. Landlords have voiced concerns about difficulties removing tenants who damage property or pose risks to neighbors due to procedural hurdles and tenant protections that some say are overly restrictive. These issues have been part of broader discussions following changes made during the COVID-19 pandemic when eviction moratoriums were implemented across many states.

The conduct of public officials has also been under heightened attention nationally as political rhetoric intensifies around public safety and accountability.