Minnesota Primaries See Key Nominations Secured for Senate and Governor Races
In Minnesota primaries, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan won the Democratic Senate primary, defeating U.S. Rep. Angie Craig. The results signal strong progressive energy within the Democratic party. In the Republican primary for Minnesota governor, Lisa Demuth secured the nomination, defeating…
Denver, CO, August 11, 2026 —
Minnesota voters participated in primary elections Tuesday, determining key matchups for the upcoming general election. In the Democratic race for the U.S. Senate, Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan secured the party’s nomination, triumphing over U.S. Representative Angie Craig. This outcome is being interpreted as an indicator of robust progressive momentum within the state’s Democratic Party.
The Republican primary for the Minnesota governorship also saw a decisive result, with Lisa Demuth winning the nomination. Demuth defeated challenger Mike Lindell in her bid for the Republican ticket. She is now set to face off against incumbent U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar, who secured the Democratic nomination for governor.
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