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Trump's Policies Prompt Minnesota GOP Candidate to Withdraw

1/26/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration has pursued a 'retribution' campaign against Minnesota, prompting Republican Chris Madel to withdraw from the Minnesota governor's race.
The withdrawal followed the fatal shooting of ICU nurse Alex Pretti by a federal agent, which Madel cited to criticize U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Madel, a political newcomer, noted Republican statewide election challenges and previously represented ICE agent Jonathan Ross, who was involved in another fatal shooting.

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration has pursued a 'retribution' campaign against Minnesota, prompting Republican Chris Madel to withdraw from the Minnesota governor's race.
The withdrawal followed the fatal shooting of ICU nurse Alex Pretti by a federal agent, which Madel cited to criticize U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Madel, a political newcomer, noted Republican statewide election challenges and previously represented ICE agent Jonathan Ross, who was involved in another fatal shooting.