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Amy Klobuchar wins Minnesota Democratic primary for governor

Senator Amy Klobuchar has officially won the Democratic primary for Minnesota's gubernatorial race. She entered the contest after Governor Tim Walz decided not to seek a third term, a decision that followed scrutiny of his administration's handling of fraud in state social services programs. Klobuchar, a four-term senator and former presidential candidate, is expected to be a strong contender in the general election, aiming to become the state's first female governor. AI

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Amy Klobuchar wins Minnesota Democratic primary for governor

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Torey Van Oot ·

    It's official: Amy Klobuchar is Democrats' pick to succeed Gov. Tim Walz

    <p><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2026/01/22/amy-klobuchar-minnesota-governor-fundraising-filing" target="_blank">U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar</a> sailed to victory in Minnesota's Democratic primary for governor on Tuesday. </p><p><strong>The big picture:</strong> Po…