Lisa Demuth Wins Minnesota Governor’s Race, Defeating Mike Lindell
Lisa Demuth won the Minnesota governor's race by 11 points, defeating Mike Lindell, who had received Donald Trump's endorsement. Demuth cited voter fatigue with "fraud scandals" as a key factor in her victory and indicated potential disagreements with Trump on…
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, August 14, 2026 —
Lisa Demuth has won the Minnesota governor’s race, securing victory by an 11-point margin over challenger Mike Lindell. Lindell had previously received an endorsement from Donald Trump.
In her victory statement, Demuth pointed to what she described as voter fatigue with “fraud scandals” as a significant contributor to her win. She suggested that voters were looking for a change from the controversies that have surrounded past elections.
Demuth also signaled potential policy differences between herself and Donald Trump, specifically mentioning tariffs as an area where their views might diverge. The specifics of these potential disagreements were not detailed.
The election results indicate a clear mandate for Demuth as she prepares to lead the state. The outcome contrasts with the strong backing Lindell had from a prominent national figure.
Further details regarding the specific policies Demuth plans to implement or her approach to governing will likely emerge as she transitions into her role as governor.
Story summarized from the original created by Ashley Halbach on kstp.com, see more information here.
