Minnesota Republicans reveal which far-left candidate they want to challenge in open Senate race

Minnesota Republicans are targeting Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan as their primary challenge in the 2026 Senate race, believing she is a stronger opponent than Rep. Angie Craig. Flanagan, a Democratic frontrunner, faces criticism for her 'far-left' policies, including Medicare for All and anti-ICE activism, while Republicans highlight her potential vulnerability amid reports of $9 billion in government benefit fraud.