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Gwen Walz Endorses Angie Craig for U.S. Senate Seat in Minnesota Democratic Primary

Minnesota’s First Lady Gwen Walz has officially endorsed U.S. Rep. Angie Craig for the U.S. Senate seat, providing a significant boost to the congresswoman in the final weeks of the Democratic primary. While her husband, Gov. Tim Walz, has remained neutral, Gwen Walz highlighted Craig’s proven track record of winning tough races and her experience on issues such as LGBTQ rights and reproductive healthcare. In a recent debate, Angie Craig and her opponent, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, addressed key policy differences. Angie Craig advocated for a public health insurance option to compete with private plans, while Peggy Flanagan pushed for a universal Medicare for All system. The candidates also clashed over the state's fraud crisis, with Angie Craig arguing that Peggy Flanagan took little accountability for issues that occurred during her tenure as second-in-command. Both candidates are currently tied in recent polling as they vie to replace retiring U.S. Sen. Tina Smith on the November ballot.

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