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Election 2026

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

Two candidates vie for DFL endorsement in race to become next Minnesota U.S. senator

Two candidates vie for DFL endorsement in race to become next Minnesota U.S. senator

Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and U.S. Rep. Angie Craig joined Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition to talk about their ambitions to win the DFL Party endorsement in Minnesota’s 2026 U.S. Senate race.
by Cathy Wurzer and Matthew Alvarez

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Politics Friday Special: Rochester's growth spurt is driving economic, political change

Politics Friday Special: Rochester's growth spurt is driving economic, political change

MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst hosts a special broadcast of Politics Friday from Rochester, Minn., exploring how the city’s makeover plays into the regional hub’s economic and political standing.
by Brian Bakst and Matthew Alvarez

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Politics Friday: Republican Jensen makes another try for Minnesota governor

Politics Friday: Republican Jensen makes another try for Minnesota governor

MPR News politics editor talked with Republican candidate Scott Jensen about his second bid for governor. Then, a look at how farmers are coping with trade barriers as harvest time is here.
by Brian Bakst and Matthew Alvarez

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Politics Friday: A Minnesota lawmaker with focus on fraud tries to weave through GOP governor field

Politics Friday: A Minnesota lawmaker with focus on fraud tries to weave through GOP governor field

MPR News host Brian Bakst speaks with Republican candidate for governor Kristin Robbins, a state representative from Maple Grove. Then, a conversation on the plan to close the Stillwater prison. 
by Matthew Alvarez and Brian Bakst

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Politics Friday: Hunt for 2026 ballot spots is on with governor, U.S. Senate as marquee races

Politics Friday: Hunt for 2026 ballot spots is on with governor, U.S. Senate as marquee races

MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst talks with two Minnesota candidates looking to clinch their party’s backing in races for governor and U.S. Senate.
by Brian Bakst and Matthew Alvarez

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Republican state Rep. Kristin Robbins announces run for Minnesota governor

Republican state Rep. Kristin Robbins announces run for Minnesota governor

Republican state Rep. Kristin Robbins of Maple Grove announced Wednesday that she is running for Minnesota governor. In her campaign announcement, Robbins focused on fraud and fiscal issues — criticizing incumbent Democratic Gov. Tim Walz’s handling of both.
by MPR News Staff

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Battleground 2nd Congressional District will be wide open as Rep. Angie Craig launches Senate bid

Battleground 2nd Congressional District will be wide open as Rep. Angie Craig launches Senate bid

Todd Rapp, DFL analyst and longtime MPR News commentator, joined host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition to parse the politics and predict what could be in store for Minnesota next year.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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