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Hennepin County Attorney Opts Out of 2026 Re-Election

8/7/2025

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Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty has decided against running for re-election in 2026, choosing instead to dedicate her remaining time to "creating enduring change." Since her election in 2022, she has faced significant criticism from law enforcement and political figures, but now she is determined to focus on impactful work rather than campaigning.

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Story summary

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty has decided against running for re-election in 2026, choosing instead to dedicate her remaining time to "creating enduring change." Since her election in 2022, she has faced significant criticism from law enforcement and political figures, but now she is determined to focus on impactful work rather than campaigning.