Republicans see opportunity in Minnesota's open Senate seat as fraud scandal rocks Democratic Party. GOP optimistic about flipping blue state in 2026.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz’s decision this week to forgo a run for a third term could leave Democrats in the state in a better position than they started if Sen. Amy Klobuchar jumps into the now-open contest,

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Monday reversed course by dropping out of the 2026 gubernatorial race amid intense scrutiny of his handling of the state's fraud scandal. Follow live updates.

Embattled Democratic Gov. Tim Walz ended his re-election bid but vowed to remain in office as Amy Klobuchar considers a gubernatorial campaign.

SAINT PAUL, Minn. — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Jan. 5 announced he will not seek reelection, citing federal pressures and the state's fraud scandal.

A controversial Minnesota election policy that allows a single registered voter to “vouch” for up to eight people seeking same-day registration is under fire amid the state’s massive fraud scandal

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz drops re-election bid amid massive welfare fraud scandal that allegedly cost taxpayers over $1 billion in fraudulent payments.

Democratic Gov. Tim Walz announced Monday that he will discontinue his campaign for a third term, and several of the state’s highest-ranking Democrats are considering running to replace him, though none have announced a campaign yet.

The letter is the latest in a series of demands and threats federal officials have levied at Minnesota’s elected leaders.

Independent journalist Nick Shirley gloated that his viral report on alleged Minnesota fraud "ended" Gov. Tim Walz, who will not seek re-election amid mounting criticism.