Minnesota Catholic diocese paying out nearly $22M to settle 145 abuse claims

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The Diocese of Winona-Rochester in Minnesota agreed to a $21.5 million settlement with 145 individuals who said clergy within the church engaged in rampant sexual abuse.

Bishop John Quinn of the Diocese of Winona-Rochester said he hoped the financial compensation would help the survivors recover from the trauma they allegedly endured.

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