Republican leader reacts to Walz exit from Minnesota governor's race
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Gov. Tim Walz has dropped out of the governor’s race, foregoing a chance at an unprecedented third consecutive term. The choice comes after months of heavy criticism both statewide and nationally regarding state-run social services fraud, amplified in recent weeks by a viral YouTube video.
His departure from the governor campaign presents an opportunity for Republican challengers. MPR News host Clay Masters spoke with Senate Minority Leader Mark Johnson, R-East Grand Forks, about his party’s strategy going forward.
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