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Tim Walz Likely to Exit 2026 Minnesota Governor’s Race, Reports Say
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has not officially dropped out of the 2026 governor’s race, but multiple credible reports indicate he is expected to announce he will not seek a third term on January 6. If confirmed, his exit would upend the Democratic field and open a rare statewide opportunity for Republicans amid ongoing scrutiny over fraud in state-run programs.