Peggy Flanagan Democrat
Lieutenant Governor of Minnesota (DFL)
Favoredrating · Won the Aug. 11 DFL primary over Rep. Angie Craig
A clear, nonpartisan rundown of the candidates and races Minnesota voters will decide in the 2026 midterms, with where each candidate stands and how competitive the race is.
Open seat; Sen. Tina Smith is not seeking reelection. The first Minnesota Senate race without an incumbent since 2006.
Lieutenant Governor of Minnesota (DFL)
Former sportscaster
Open seat; Gov. Tim Walz is not seeking reelection.
U.S. Senator (DFL)
Speaker of the Minnesota House
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