New Delhi, Jan. 5 -- Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, the Democratic vice-presidential nominee in 2024, announced on Monday (January 5) that he will not seek a third term. The decision comes amid increasing scrutiny from President Donald Trump and his allies over a state child care program fraud investigation.

"Every minute that I spend defending my own political interest would be a minute I can't spend defending the people of Minnesota against the criminals who prey on our generosity and the cynics who want to prey on our differences," Walz said. "So I've decided to step out of this race, and I'll let others worry about the election while I focus on the work that's in front of me for the next year."

Walz pointed to Trump's continued attack...