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Walz Ends Campaign Amid Economic Gains and Rising Concerns

1/8/2026

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Minnesota's GDP rose 10% since 2019, slower than the national 16%, under Governor Tim Walz.
Wages averaged $37.58 per hour in 2024.
Unemployment remains below the national rate but is rising and standardized-test performance has declined since the pandemic.
Index crimes are at a multi-decade low, though homicide rates remain elevated.
Walz announced the end of his campaign for a third term amid party pressure over social services fraud.

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Story summary

Minnesota's GDP rose 10% since 2019, slower than the national 16%, under Governor Tim Walz.
Wages averaged $37.58 per hour in 2024.
Unemployment remains below the national rate but is rising and standardized-test performance has declined since the pandemic.
Index crimes are at a multi-decade low, though homicide rates remain elevated.
Walz announced the end of his campaign for a third term amid party pressure over social services fraud.