Minnesota voters cast ballots in 2026 primary with key governor and Senate races
Minnesota held its 2026 primary on Tuesday, featuring contests for governor, U.S. Senate and other state offices, with live results tracked by local media.
Minnesota voters went to the polls on Tuesday, with early voting also available, to participate in the 2026 primary election. The governor's race includes Sen. Amy Klobuchar, who is expected to face either Lisa Demuth, Mike Lindell or Kendall Qualls. The U.S. Senate nomination pits Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan against Rep. Angie Craig in a competitive contest. Results for the various races are being updated live by CBS News Minnesota and streamed on WCCO's YouTube channel.
The primary also covers elections for congressional districts, constitutional officers, the state senate and house, as well as local positions such as the Hennepin County Attorney and judicial seats.