Election 2026

Everything you need to know about the local, state and federal elections in 2026.

Candidates running in the DFL special primary election for State Representative District 47A include David Azcona, Shelley Buck and Juli Servatius. The special primary is being held on Tuesday, Dec. 16. The special election will be decided Jan. 27.
Minnesota faces weight of Trump administration actions on multiple fronts
At least four federal agencies moved in quick succession to investigate or threaten Minnesota, and an immigration action began as President Donald Trump and Gov. Tim Walz tangle over whose competency is in question.
Burgeoning GOP field for Minnesota governor grows again as attorney Chris Madel enters
Minneapolis attorney Chris Madel, 58, rolled out a campaign for Minnesota governor Monday with promises to shake up state government, cut taxes, improve schools, fight crime and end “open season” on law enforcement by prosecutors.
How could Trump interfere in the midterms? Here’s what voting officials are watching
Less than a year from the midterm elections, state and local voting officials from both major political parties are actively preparing for the possibility of interference by the Trump administration.