Nat Smith Discusses his work combating fraud with the minnesota star tribune

In an interview with the Star Tribune published on July 9, 2026, Nat Smith discussed his background combating fraud and the work he’s already done to fight fraud in Minnesota. From the article:

“Nat Smith has made fraud the focal point of his campaign against GOP Sen. Karin Housley in Stillwater. In his work as an attorney, Smith said he has fought fraud and represented whistleblowers. During this year’s legislative session, Smith worked on his own time with DFL Sen. Ron Latz to introduce a bill that would strengthen protections for whistleblowers. Smith said his work has resonated with voters. ‘People are kind of tired of the finger-pointing and the blame game because that doesn’t advance the needle,’ he said.”

Smith’s proposed legislation not only empowers those who see fraud happening to speak up against it, but also expands the types of fraud we can combat in Minnesota — all without further costs to taxpayers. You can read the full bill here: https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/SF/4786/versions/latest/

Read the full story: https://www.startribune.com/fraud-shadows-minnesota-democrats-as-they-head-toward-midterm-elections/601863250

Read Smith’s past interview with the Star Tribune here: https://www.startribune.com/fraud-fight-brewing-in-2026-campaigns-as-investigations-stack-up/601496060