'No red wave': Walz reelected Minnesota governor after sharp-elbowed race

Twin Cities area voters turned out in big numbers for Gov. Tim Walz, reinforcing a metro “blue wall” that more than countered Republican Scott Jensen’s strength in greater Minnesota. Jensen conceded the race in the wee hours of Wednesday. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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