President Trump attributes Minnesota water cyberattacks to state incompetence rather than Iranian hackers
President Trump stated during a Cabinet meeting at Camp David that he does not believe Iran is responsible for the recent cyberattacks on municipal water systems in Minnesota. While U.S. officials and investigators suspect Iranian hackers likely orchestrated the attack, President Trump blamed the state's leadership for being "grossly incompetent." He specifically criticized Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, accusing him of being the one behind the issues. Governor Walz responded by defending his state's response and criticizing the administration's Department of Government Efficiency for reducing the resources of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. The cyberattacks, which affected more than 30 municipal water systems in Minnesota and several other states, have caused some utilities to issue boil-water notices. While the administration announced that the FBI and EPA are investigating the tactics used by the hackers, the specific culprit remains officially unconfirmed. President Trump used the opportunity to highlight his ongoing criticism of Governor Walz, who is the 2024 Democratic vice presidential nominee.