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Trump Endorses Lindell; He Leads Minnesota GOP Primary

7/24/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump endorsed Mike Lindell on July 15, calling him one of America’s greatest Patriots.
Lindell announced his Minnesota governor campaign in December 2025 near Minneapolis and leads GOP primary polls.
Minnesota GOP chairman Alex Plechash said Trump’s endorsement surprised the party.
The Minnesota Republican Party declined to endorse Lindell.
Lindell lives in Texas, remains registered there, and told the Star Tribune he will not vote twice.

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U.S. President Donald Trump endorsed Mike Lindell on July 15, calling him one of America’s greatest Patriots.
Lindell announced his Minnesota governor campaign in December 2025 near Minneapolis and leads GOP primary polls.
Minnesota GOP chairman Alex Plechash said Trump’s endorsement surprised the party.
The Minnesota Republican Party declined to endorse Lindell.
Lindell lives in Texas, remains registered there, and told the Star Tribune he will not vote twice.