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Everything you need to know about the local, state and federal elections in 2026. For more on races in your area, visit MPR News’ 2026 Election Hub.

Special coverage: Gov. Walz drops bid for 3rd term, initial reactions

Special coverage: Gov. Walz drops bid for 3rd term, initial reactions

Political scientist Larry Jacobs, politics professor David Schultz and Minnesota DFL party chair Richard Carlbom joined Morning Edition with their initial reactions and analysis.
by Cathy Wurzer, Brian Bakst, Gracie Stockton and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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High praise, ‘good riddance’: Reactions pour in on Walz's decision not to run

High praise, ‘good riddance’: Reactions pour in on Walz's decision not to run

News that DFL Gov. Tim Walz had abandoned his quest for a third term as governor generated reactions from across the state and national political spectrum. Here’s an edited sampling of comments from Walz’s political supporters and opponents.
by MPR News Staff

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Who’s running for Minnesota governor in 2026?

Who’s running for Minnesota governor in 2026?

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz abruptly ended his bid for a third term Monday, saying he wanted to spend his final year in office focused on fighting fraud in state programs instead of campaigning. Here’s who has said they are running so far.
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Elecciones primarias especiales para representante estatal del Distrito 47A

Entre los candidatos demócratas que se presentan a las elecciones primarias especiales para el Distrito 47A de la Cámara de Representantes se encuentran David Azcona, Shelley Buck and Juli Servatius. Las elecciones primarias especiales se llevarán a cabo el martes 16 de diciembre. La elección especial se dará el 27 de enero. 

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Elecciones primarias especiales para representante estatal del Distrito 64A

Entre los candidatos demócratas que se presentan a las elecciones primarias especiales para el Distrito 64A de la Cámara de Representantes se encuentran Beth Fraser, Matt Hill, Meg Luger-Nikolai, Dan McGrath, Lois Quam y John Zwier. El candidato republicano es Dan Walsh. Las elecciones primarias especiales se llevarán a cabo el martes 16 de diciembre. La elección especial se dará el 27 de enero. 

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Special election for State Representative District 64A

The special election for District 64A takes place on Tuesday, Jan. 27. St. Paul mayor-elect Kaohly Her previously held the role as state representative for the area.
by MPR News Staff

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Special election for State Representative District 47A

The special election for District 47A takes place on Tuesday, Jan. 27. The seat became vacant after Rep. Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger decided to run for state Senate. The candidate running for the special election for State Representative District 47A is DFLer Shelley Buck.
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Minnesota faces weight of Trump administration actions on multiple fronts

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.
by Dana Ferguson and Peter Cox

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