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Angie Craig Launches Senate Bid, Targets Trump and Musk

4/29/2025

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Minnesota Congresswoman Angie Craig has thrown her hat in the ring for the U.S. Senate seat left open by Tina Smith. In a passionate campaign video, she took aim at President Trump and Elon Musk, positioning herself as a staunch advocate for Minnesota. Craig faces tough competition from Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and former state Senator Melisa López Franzen.

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Minnesota Congresswoman Angie Craig has thrown her hat in the ring for the U.S. Senate seat left open by Tina Smith. In a passionate campaign video, she took aim at President Trump and Elon Musk, positioning herself as a staunch advocate for Minnesota. Craig faces tough competition from Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and former state Senator Melisa López Franzen.