US EditionGov. Walz on Running for Reelection in 2026: 'A Safe Assumption'
Gov. Tim Walz considers a third term to become Minnesota's longest-serving governor amid a competitive field of Republican candidates, with an announcement expected soon.
- On Wednesday, Gov. Tim Walz said he is leaning toward another run and called it 'a safe assumption,' adding the decision will be announced in the next few days.
- After a summer of tragic events, Gov. Tim Walz delayed his decision, citing the assassination of House DFL Leader Melissa Hortman and the Annunciation Church shooting as key factors.
- Walz urged legislative leaders Tuesday to vote on an assault-weapons ban and said, `We have got to do something to make our streets safer, our schools safer, and do some common sense things.`
- That uncertainty spurred Democratic interest last month, while Republicans have already launched six campaigns including Rep. Kristin Robbins, Scott Jensen and Kendall Qualls.
- Tom Hauser, KSTP-TV and WCC Radio host, reported Walz will announce next week, and he explained that the Annunciation school shooting 'swung the pendulum.
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Walz says he’s running for reelection, sources say
ST PAUL – Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is reportedly leaning toward running for a third term. The Star Tribune reports that he has told people close to him that he’s seeking reelection. Sources say Walz will make an announcement next week. He is now making his intentions known to major donors and Democratic activists. If reelected, Walz will become the first Minnesota governor to serve three straight four-year terms.
Gov. Tim Walz strongly signals run for a third term
ST. PAUL — Gov. Tim Walz is beginning to signal his intention to run for a rare third term as governor of Minnesota. At an unrelated press conference on Wednesday, Sept. 10, Walz was asked if he’s leaning toward running for a third term. “I think that’s a safe assumption,” he responded, adding that an official announcement on his decision will be made soon. Walz has spent several months privately weighing a bid for 2026. His decision, originally…
Walz says he's leaning toward running for a third term AlphaNews.org
Share This StoryGov. Tim Walz said “I think that’s a safe assumption” when asked on Wednesday if he is leaning toward running for an unprecedented third consecutive term. While Walz appeared at Pine Bend Elementary in Inver Grove Heights for a meeting of his “Children’s Cabinet,” he fielded a range of questions from media gathered to cover his tour of the school. Walz also doubled down on his promise to call a special session focused on gun cont…
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archive.todayGov. Tim Walz says he’s leaning toward running for a third term
Last month, it appeared Walz was wavering on whether to seek a third term, setting off a quiet scramble of Democratic politicians who might be interested in the office.
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