Minnesota Governor and U.S. Senate Races Tighten Ahead of Early Voting, Poll Indicates
A KSTP/SurveyUSA poll shows that the races for Minnesota Governor and U.S. Senate are tightening just days before early voting commences in the state.
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, September 16, 2026 —
New polling data suggests that the contests for both the Minnesota Governor’s office and the state’s U.S. Senate seat are becoming increasingly competitive as early voting approaches. A poll conducted by KSTP and SurveyUSA indicates a tightening of the races in the days leading up to the commencement of early voting in Minnesota.
The survey, which provides a snapshot of voter sentiment, reveals a narrowing margin between the leading candidates in both key statewide elections. Specific details regarding the exact polling numbers, margins of victory, or the names of the candidates involved were not provided in the summary of the poll’s findings. Similarly, the precise date early voting begins was not specified, only that it is occurring “just days” away.
The U.S. Senate race in Minnesota, as well as the gubernatorial election, are frequently watched contests. This latest poll suggests that voters may be coalescing around specific candidates or that undecided voters are making their choices closer to the election day, contributing to a more competitive landscape. Without further data from the KSTP/SurveyUSA poll, it is not possible to ascertain the specific voter demographics or regional trends that might be influencing these races.
Election analysts often look to such polling data to gauge the current state of public opinion and predict potential outcomes. However, polls represent a point-in-time measurement and can be subject to change as campaigns progress and external events unfold. The impact of this tightening trend on voter turnout and the ultimate results remains to be seen as the election cycle moves forward.
Story summarized from the original created by Josh Skluzacek on kstp.com, see more information here.
