Minnesota primary is latest Democratic proxy fight for Senate and a test for Trump-backed hopefuls
Summary
Minnesota is holding a Democratic primary for U.S. Senate between moderate Angie Craig and progressive Peggy Flanagan. This race highlights a larger struggle between centrist and progressive Democrats, occurring amid tensions following President Trump’s immigration policies and recent political conflicts in the state.Key Facts
- Minnesota’s primary features a contest between moderate Rep. Angie Craig and progressive Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan for U.S. Senate.
- The race follows a divisive Michigan primary where progressive Abdul El-Sayed won, raising concerns about party unity.
- President Donald Trump’s immigration policies and federal actions in Minneapolis have intensified political divisions.
- The Democratic candidate who wins this primary is favored to win the general election, as Minnesota hasn’t elected a Republican statewide since 2006.
- On the Republican side, Mike Lindell, endorsed by President Trump and known for promoting false claims about the 2020 election, is running for governor.
- Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar is also running for governor in a primary with six other candidates.
- The contest is influenced by a public funds fraud scandal that Republicans hope will help them gain support.
- Angie Craig is supported by Democratic leaders like Speaker Jeffries and Nancy Pelosi, while Flanagan has backing from progressive senators Sanders and Warren.
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