Sydney Kashiwagi

Both parties believe Minnesota’s seat is up for grabs.

Minnesota Republicans appear to see an opening with the U.S. attorney general for a broader legal push against Democrats in the state.

Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan is the only Democrat officially in the race so far, but the contest could draw a number of big names.

The two recently openly criticized each other over federal spending cuts. The back-and-forth could be the new norm for Walz in a second Trump administration.

From DEI to Elon Musk to border security, the state’s federal lawmakers give their opinions.

Smith cites wanting to spend more time with family as the reason for her decision.

Sen. Tina Smith plans to oppose the legislation if it reaches the Senate.

Gov. Tim Walz has made his endorsement in the race, but outgoing DFL Chair Ken Martin will stay out of it.

Party insiders had said Martin was the favorite of the three leading candidates in the race.

The state party will be electing a new chair to succeed Ken Martin, who was chosen to lead the Democratic National Committee.