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Who could replace Gov. Walz as the DFL nominee for Minnesota governor?

Walz’s decision to end his campaign for a third term prompted speculation about a successor.

Who could replace Gov. Walz as the DFL nominee for Minnesota governor?
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After Gov. Tim Walz said he would end his campaign for a third term, the article surveys possible DFL replacements. Sen. Amy Klobuchar is considering a run, but no potential candidate has announced a campaign.

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

Minnesota governor whose withdrawal from the gubernatorial race prompted the article

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Amy Klobuchar
D · MN · SEN

U.S. senator discussed as a possible DFL candidate for governor

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Keith Ellison
Former U.S. Representative (D-MN)

Minnesota attorney general discussed as a potential Democratic gubernatorial candidate

Republican gubernatorial candidate

President whose administration is referenced in connection with lawsuits brought by state attorneys general

Former president referenced as the candidate Klobuchar endorsed in 2020

Dean Phillips
Former U.S. Representative (D-MN)

Former U.S. representative who said he would not run for governor

Kamala Harris
Former U.S. Senator (D-CA)

Former presidential candidate referenced in comparison with Klobuchar’s 2024 vote performance

Minnesota lieutenant governor and U.S. Senate candidate

ALSO MENTIONED  Erin Murphy, Minnesota Senate majority leader discussed as a potential Democratic gubernatorial candidate; Kristin Robbins, Minnesota state representative and Republican gubernatorial candidate; Lisa Demuth, Minnesota House speaker and Republican gubernatorial candidate; Mike Lindell, MyPillow CEO and Republican gubernatorial candidate; Scott Jensen, Former Republican gubernatorial nominee and candidate; Steve Simon, Minnesota secretary of state discussed as a potential Democratic gubernatorial candidate

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Klobuchar Considers Run for Minnesota Governor After Walz Ends Reelection Bid

Gov. Tim Walz said he would not seek another term as Minnesota governor, and Sen. Amy Klobuchar is considering a run to succeed him. Center outlets treat the announcement as a change in the governor’s race, reporting Walz’s stated reasons for leaving and Klobuchar’s possible candidacy. Right-leaning outlets more often foreground fraud scrutiny around Walz’s exit, and some discuss a possible Senate appointment for him.

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