Frazier and Folk Advance to General Election for Hennepin County Attorney
Cedrick Frazier and Anders Folk have advanced to the general election for Hennepin County Attorney, following a primary race where they secured the most votes. Their November contest is anticipated to be a referendum on the policies of the incumbent,…
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, August 12, 2026 —
Cedrick Frazier and Anders Folk have secured their places in the general election for Hennepin County Attorney, emerging as the top vote-getters in the recent primary race. The pair will now face off in November, in what is widely expected to be a contest that serves as a referendum on the policies and tenure of the incumbent, Mary Moriarty, who is not seeking another term.
Frazier, who has garnered endorsements from several Democratic-Farmer-Labor (DFL) organizations and labor unions, has positioned himself as a candidate focused on opposing the policies enacted by former President Trump. His campaign has emphasized a platform that aligns with traditional DFL principles and labor interests.
Folk, a former Acting U.S. Attorney, is highlighting his past work, notably his role in the prosecution of Derek Chauvin. His campaign messaging also includes a call for holding federal agents accountable for any criminal actions they may commit. Folk’s background as a federal prosecutor is expected to be a key point in his general election campaign.
The upcoming election between Frazier and Folk is anticipated to draw significant attention as voters consider the direction of the Hennepin County Attorney’s office. The race will likely center on the candidates’ differing approaches to law enforcement, prosecution, and community safety, with the legacy of the current administration under Mary Moriarty serving as a backdrop to the contest.
Story summarized from the original created by Trevor Mitchell and Maddie Robinson on www.minnpost.com, see more information here.
