What they're saying In a statement on social media on Thursday, Flanagan said: "I love Minnesota and my intention is to run for United States Senate and continue to serve the people of this state.

Flanagan announced the news on Instagram Thursday. "I love Minnesota and my intention is to run for United States Senate and continue to serve the people of this state," Flanagan said.

Multiple people have either tossed their hat into the ring, or confirmed they are at least considering doing so, for the U.S. Senate following Sen. Tina Smith's announcement she will not be running ...

“I love Minnesota and my intention is to run for the United States Senate and continue to serve the people of this state,” Flanagan posted on social media. She could face a potentially crowded ...

López Franzen, former minority leader for the DFL, joins fellow Democrat Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan in the race for U.S. Senate.

After Sen. Jeanne Shaheen’s decision against making another run for the U.S. Senate in 2026, potential contenders are ...

SAINT LOUIS PARK, Minn. — Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan kicked off a statewide campaign tour on Saturday as she begins her race for the soon-to-be open U.S. Senate seat in Minnesota. She was quick to act ...

Melisa López Franzen announced Monday she will run for the U.S. Senate in 2026, making her the second Democrat to seek Tina Smith’s seat. López Franzen and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan are the only ...