WASHINGTON – Minnesota Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith write a letter to Trump Administration officials wanting answers about the reported closure and sale of the Edward J. Devitt U.S. Courthouse and federal building in Fergus Falls.
The Democrats have raised concerns shutting it down would “restrict access to justice and disrupt public safety in western Minnesota.”
The building is the only federal courthouse outside the Twin Cities and Duluth and home to the U.S. Marshals and U.S. Probation office.
The senators say they have raised concerns that the General Services Administration has not followed its own requirements for public engagement and proper planning before offloading federal property.
“As promised, this Administration is reviewing federal spending to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse. Federal real estate across the nation is very likely to be a part of this review process. This is all happening to ensure the federal government is a responsible steward of taxpayer dollars. I hope that those questioning the process of reviewing all federal spending and assets are prioritizing the American people and what is in the best interest of our nation over their feelings about the President,” Minnesota Rep. Michelle Fischbach said.
