Klobuchar weighing run for Minnesota governor as Walz ends re-election bid
Sen. Amy Klobuchar weighs a gubernatorial bid following Gov. Tim Walz's withdrawal, reshaping Minnesota's 2026 Democratic race amid a crowded Republican field.
- Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the Democrats' 2024 candidate for vice president, is ending his bid for a third term as governor amid President Donald Trump's relentless focus on an investigation into child care programs in the state.
- Sen. Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota is considering running for governor, though she has not made a final decision, according to a person close to her who spoke on the condition of anonymity.
- Around a dozen Republicans, including MyPillow founder and Trump ally Mike Lindell, are already in the race for Minnesota governor.
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What’s next for the 2026 Minnesota governor’s race after Walz’s exit?
ST. PAUL — Gov. Tim Walz abruptly leaving the governor’s race on Monday, Jan. 5, has upended political dynamics with less than a year out from Election Day. As of late Tuesday morning, Walz had yet to discuss the details of his plans going forward or what led him to the decision. But the future of the governor’s race is top of mind for many, as the dropout has triggered a reshuffling of the DFL’s 2026 plans. Some say Walz’s exit will also change…
Walz’s retirement opens path for Klobuchar in Minnesota
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz’s decision to retire amid a fraud scandal opens up an intriguing opportunity for the state’s senior senator, Amy Klobuchar. The Minnesota Democrat is seriously considering running for governor but has not made a decision, according to a person close to her who said Klobuchar is being encouraged to pursue the position. She ran for president and has no obvious designs on ascending further in Senate leadership — and the gove…
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