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Klobuchar Leads Fundraising in Competitive Minnesota Gubernatorial Race

4/17/2026

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U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar (DFL) raised $4.85 million in the first quarter for the gubernatorial race, far above Republican opponents who raised $1 million.
Peggy Flanagan (DFL Lt. Gov.) raised $1.35 million in Q1, while Michele Tafoya (Republican U.S. Senate candidate) raised $2.04 million.
Rep. Angie Craig (D-Minn.) led overall fundraising with $2.5 million.
The totals indicate a heated DFL primary and a less competitive GOP field.

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Story summary

U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar (DFL) raised $4.85 million in the first quarter for the gubernatorial race, far above Republican opponents who raised $1 million.
Peggy Flanagan (DFL Lt. Gov.) raised $1.35 million in Q1, while Michele Tafoya (Republican U.S. Senate candidate) raised $2.04 million.
Rep. Angie Craig (D-Minn.) led overall fundraising with $2.5 million.
The totals indicate a heated DFL primary and a less competitive GOP field.