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ROOKE: Amy Klobuchar Seems To Be Willingly Walking Off A Cliff For Democrats

Rooke argues that Klobuchar should remain in the Senate rather than enter Minnesota’s gubernatorial race.

ROOKE: Amy Klobuchar Seems To Be Willingly Walking Off A Cliff For Democrats
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This article1 analysis · Oct 11, 2026
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Mary Rooke argues that Sen. Amy Klobuchar should not enter Minnesota’s gubernatorial race, saying it could tie her to the state’s social-services fraud scandal and cost her influence in the Senate. The article says Klobuchar is reportedly considering the race after Gov. Tim Walz left the contest.

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Senator reportedly considering a run for Minnesota governor

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Timothy J. Walz
Former U.S. Representative (D-MN)

Minnesota governor who left the 2026 reelection race

Chuck Schumer
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Senate Democratic leader whom Klobuchar could potentially succeed

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Amy Klobuchar Considers Run for Minnesota Governor

Outlets agree that Amy Klobuchar is considering a run for Minnesota governor after Gov. Tim Walz said he will not seek reelection. Center outlets examine how a Klobuchar candidacy could affect the race, with coverage ranging from analysis of its implications for Republicans to an argument that she should run. Right-leaning outlets include straight reporting on her statement as well as commentary presenting a run as risky for Klobuchar or Democrats and raising a hypothetical Senate succession scenario.

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