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Klobuchar and Demuth Clash Over Fraud Legacy and Economic Policy in First Minnesota Governor Debate

In the first head-to-head forum between Minnesota gubernatorial candidates Amy Klobuchar and Lisa Demuth, the two highlighted differences on state fraud, federal tariffs, and business regulation. While both pledged to streamline permitting and avoid new taxes, they diverged sharply on the legacy of the previous administration and the state's relationship with the federal government. The debate, held in Brainerd, was described as relatively tame compared to traditional formats, with a second, more formal debate scheduled for Wednesday in Rochester.

via 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS|

#amy-klobuchar #economic-policy #lisa-demuth

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Minnesota Supreme Court blocks Lindell's bid for full gubernatorial recount

The Minnesota Supreme Court rejected MyPillow founder Mike Lindell's lawsuit demanding a full hand recount of the August 11 Republican gubernatorial primary. Chief Justice Natalie Hudson ruled that the state's limited recount plan, which focuses on Lindell and winner Lisa Demuth, complies with law. Lindell, who lost by 45,000 votes, missed the Monday deadline to pay for the recount and plans to appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court.

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#lisa-demuth #mike-lindell #minnesota-election

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Minnesota Supreme Court rejects Lindell’s bid for full recount in GOP governor primary

The Minnesota Supreme Court rejected Mike Lindell’s request for a full hand recount of the August 11 Republican gubernatorial primary, affirming Lisa Demuth’s victory by 45,000 votes. Lindell, who refused to pay the $825,000 recount fee due to disputes over the scope of the audit, plans to appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court. The ruling confirms Demuth as the GOP nominee to face Sen. Amy Klobuchar in the November general election.

via NBC News|

#amy-klobuchar #lisa-demuth #mike-lindell

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Lindell Withholds $825K Recount Payment, Sues Minnesota Officials Over Scope

MyPillow founder Mike Lindell refused to pay the $825,000 required to fund a hand recount of the Minnesota Republican gubernatorial primary, citing a dispute over the recount's scope. Lindell lost the Aug. 11 primary to state House Speaker Lisa Demuth by approximately 45,000 votes. He filed a lawsuit against the state secretary of state and the State Canvassing Board, arguing that the approved plan only counts ballots for him and Demuth, excluding other candidates. Election officials maintain the plan follows state law and precedents from the past two decades. Demuth is now set to face Democratic nominee Amy Klobuchar in the November general election.

via NBC News|

#2026-midterms #lisa-demuth #mike-lindell

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Lindell Withholds $825K Recount Payment Over Scope Dispute in Minnesota

Mike Lindell has withheld the $825,000 payment required for a hand recount of the Minnesota Republican gubernatorial primary, citing a dispute over the scope of the count. While his campaign claims the funds are ready, they have not been submitted because state officials plan to recount only votes for Lindell and Lisa Demuth, excluding other candidates. Lindell argues this violates Minnesota law, which he says requires counting all votes for the office. The Secretary of State's office maintains the plan follows standard procedures approved by the State Canvassing Board. Lindell has requested a waiver of the payment deadline pending a court ruling, while the state insists the deadline remains firm. No official findings of fraud have been reported in the primary results, where Demuth won by approximately 45,000 votes.

via FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul|

#lisa-demuth #mike-lindell #minnesota-election

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Lindell Blocks $825K Recount Payment Over Scope Dispute in Minnesota Primary

Mike Lindell withheld the required $825,000 payment for a Minnesota GOP governor primary recount, citing objections to the state’s plan to count only votes for him and Lisa Demuth. He filed an emergency petition with the state Supreme Court to block the limited recount, arguing it violates state law. The State Canvassing Board certified Demuth’s victory, advancing her to the general election against Amy Klobuchar.

via MPR News|

#gop-primary #lisa-demuth #mike-lindell