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Election 2026

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

A look at the growing field of candidates for the open U.S. Senate seat

A look at the growing field of candidates for the open U.S. Senate seat

U.S. Rep. Angie Craig announced Tuesday she is joining a crowded race for the open U.S. Senate seat. MPR News senior politics reporter Dana Ferguson joined Minnesota Now to discuss the news and the state of the race.
by Nina Moini and Dana Ferguson

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DFL Rep. Angie Craig announces bid for open U.S. Senate seat

DFL Rep. Angie Craig announces bid for open U.S. Senate seat

Rep. Angie Craig, a 2nd Congressional District Democrat, launched her campaign for the U.S. Senate on Tuesday. She’s among a few prominent DFL candidates hoping to succeed Sen. Tina Smith after next year.
by Dana Ferguson, Gracie Stockton and Cathy Wurzer

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Former state Sen. López Franzen announces U.S. Senate run in Minnesota

Former state Sen. López Franzen announces U.S. Senate run in Minnesota

Melisa López Franzen, a former Democratic leader in the Legislature, said she will run for Minnesota’s open U.S. Senate seat next year. She most recently worked at the University of Minnesota.
by Dana Ferguson

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A look at who might run for Sen. Tina Smith’s seat in the Senate

A look at who might run for Sen. Tina Smith’s seat in the Senate

With Sen. Tina Smith’s announcement that she will not seek reelection in 2026, politicians on both sides of the aisle are eying her seat. Here are some of those who say they plan to run — or are at least considering it.
by MPR News Staff

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Sen. Tina Smith won’t seek reelection in 2026, putting Minnesota seat up for grabs

Sen. Tina Smith won’t seek reelection in 2026, putting Minnesota seat up for grabs

Sen. Tina Smith, who has represented Minnesota in the U.S. Senate since 2018, won’t try for another six-year term next year. An open seat could set off a scramble in both parties ahead of the midterm election.
by Brian Bakst

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