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Amy Klobuchar Eyes Minnesota Governor Race Amid Scandal

1/7/2026

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United States Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) is seriously considering a gubernatorial bid in Minnesota after Governor Tim Walz withdrew amid a fraud scandal involving over $1 billion in misappropriated funds.
Klobuchar met with Governor Walz before his announcement.
Klobuchar won her Senate seat by more than 15 points in 2024.
Attorney General Keith Ellison remains undecided about entering the race ahead of an August 2026 primary.

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United States Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) is seriously considering a gubernatorial bid in Minnesota after Governor Tim Walz withdrew amid a fraud scandal involving over $1 billion in misappropriated funds.
Klobuchar met with Governor Walz before his announcement.
Klobuchar won her Senate seat by more than 15 points in 2024.
Attorney General Keith Ellison remains undecided about entering the race ahead of an August 2026 primary.