The Verge
Trump blames Tim Walz for water hacks even though it’s probably Iran
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Former President Donald Trump attributed cyberattacks on Minnesota's water systems to Governor Tim Walz, while the FBI, EPA, and CISA have not officially assigned blame for the incidents. Intelligence assessments suggest Iran as a likely source, according to reporting on the agencies' statements. Trump's attribution differs from the preliminary assessment by federal cybersecurity officials.
Original reporting: https://www.theverge.com/policy/974197/trump-tim-walz-minnesota-water-hacks-iran