Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz drops out of 2026 gubernatorial race
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says he is dropping his reelection campaign amid increased criticism over his handling of fraud in the state.
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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says he is dropping his reelection campaign amid increased criticism over his handling of fraud in the state.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz dropped his 2026 governor's campaign, amid criticism of his handling of fraud in the state. "Every minute I spend defending my own political interests would be a minute I can't spend defending the people of Minnesota against the criminals who prey on our generosity and the cynics who prey on our differences," he said.
This comes after the recent shooting of two lawmakers and their spouses.
A suspect is in custody after Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were fatally shot Saturday, while state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were wounded.
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