Minnesota GOP Selects Lisa Demuth Over Trump-Backed Mike Lindell for Governor
State House Speaker Lisa Demuth wins Republican primary, setting up a contest against Democrat Amy Klobuchar in the 2026 gubernatorial race.
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State House Speaker Lisa Demuth wins Republican primary, setting up a contest against Democrat Amy Klobuchar in the 2026 gubernatorial race.
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Lisa Demuth, former Minnesota House Speaker, secured the Republican nomination for governor, overcoming Trump-backed CEO Mike Lindell and will face the Democratic nominee in November.
Fox News Latest | Aug 12, 2026, 4:26 AM 2 sources Right-weighted source mix Compare
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Minnesota state Rep. Lisa Demuth is projected to win the Republican gubernatorial primary, marking a setback for former President Trump’s endorsed candidate, Mike Lindell.
The Hill | Aug 12, 2026, 3:02 AM 1 source Single-source report
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Establishment-backed David Crowley narrowly defeated progressive Francesca Hong in the closely contested Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor.
NBC Politics | Aug 12, 2026, 11:42 AM 2 sources Lean-left source mix Compare
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My Pillow founder Mike Lindell, backed by former President Trump, lost Minnesota’s Republican gubernatorial primary but is disputing the results.
The Hill | Aug 12, 2026, 12:35 PM 1 source Single-source report
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Primary elections held on Tuesday, August 12, 2026, saw significant developments in Minnesota, South Carolina, and Wisconsin, with runoffs pending in several contests.
France 24 English | Aug 12, 2026, 9:47 AM 1 source Single-source reportShowing 1-6 of 6 articles.