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Walz Declines Senate Seat Amid Gubernatorial Controversy

2/18/2026

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Minnesota Governor Tim Walz said he would "rather eat glass" than fill United States Senator Amy Klobuchar's Senate seat if she wins the gubernatorial election.
Walz announced he would not seek reelection amid a social services fraud controversy.
Klobuchar, who entered the race in January, is seen as the frontrunner.
The gubernatorial election is set for November 3, 2026.

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Minnesota Governor Tim Walz said he would "rather eat glass" than fill United States Senator Amy Klobuchar's Senate seat if she wins the gubernatorial election.
Walz announced he would not seek reelection amid a social services fraud controversy.
Klobuchar, who entered the race in January, is seen as the frontrunner.
The gubernatorial election is set for November 3, 2026.