Peggy Flanagan secured the Democratic primary for Minnesota’s open Senate seat, marking another triumph for the progressive wing. She defeated moderate Rep. Angie Craig, who had the这是$20 million in campaign spending, while Flanagan and her allies poured in $4.7 million. Endorsed by retiring Sen. Tina Smith, Senator Bernie Sanders, and Elizabeth Warren, Flanagan’s victory could make her the first Native American woman in the Senate.

Flanagan framed the contest as a battle of “many versus money,” stating she wants to “get big money out of politics” and advance policies like Medicare for All. She criticized Craig for not opposing the Trump administration strongly enough and for a 2025 immigration vote she later regretted. Immigration, a keyلس issue, saw Flanagan call for the dismantling of ICE while supporting secure borders.

On the Republican side, former NFL sideline reporter Michele Tafoya won the primary, backing from Tim Scott and a focus on corruption and voter integrity. Republicans remain hopeful the seat could be competitive in November, despite Trump’s strong performance in 2024.

The primary leaves Flanagan tasked with uniting the party for the general election, promising a united front against Trump and Republicans.