Mike Lindell, the MyPillow CEO who strongly supported President Donald Trump's false claims of fraud in the 2020 presidential election, filed paperwork Wednesday for a possible run for governor in his home state of Minnesota.
Lindell, who is known for his proximity to US President Donald Trump, first became famous for featuring in television commercials of his pillow brand, which also earned him the ‘MyPillow Guy’ moniker.
Minneapolis attorney Chris Madel has announced his campaign for Minnesota governor, joining the Republican primary field. He joins other Republican candidates aiming to challenge incumbent Democratic Governor Tim Walz, who is seeking a third term.
Minnesota Democratic lawmakers, including the Attorney General, were handed over $53,000 in campaign contributions by fraudsters who ripped off taxpayer cash meant to feed children. AG Keith Ellison,
Labor tensions and rent-control fallout opened the door for challenger Kaohly Her, St. Paul’s incoming first Hmong American mayor.
A political action committee called Excellence Minnesota collected a $157,000 war chest to spend in support of right-wing school board candidates across four Minnesota school districts. They are likely to target other races in 2026,