Peggy Flanagan secures Elizabeth Warren's endorsement for Minnesota Senate seat

Minnesota U.S. Senate Democratic Nomination·Latest event August 14, 2026

Aug 13

Peggy Flanagan secures Elizabeth Warren's endorsement for Minnesota Senate seat

After defeating Representative Angie Craig, Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan is positioning herself as a progressive outsider who beat the Democratic establishment. Senator Elizabeth Warren endorsed Flanagan's candidacy, noting her potential to become the first Native American woman in the U.S. Senate. Critics used the endorsement to draw comparisons between Flanagan and Warren regarding past controversies over Native American identity. Supporters view her win as a shift in party dynamics. Opponents argue her platform represents a move toward more progressive policies for the general election.

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Aug 12

Peggy Flanagan defeats Angie Craig in Minnesota Democratic Senate primary

Flanagan's victory follows a contest where the progressive wing defeated the moderate wing represented by Representative Angie Craig. Flanagan secured endorsements from Smith to succeed the retiring Senator. She focused on issues like immigration during the campaign. Senator Bernie Sanders had previously predicted a tight race between the candidates. Flanagan now advances to the general election to face Republican nominee Michele Tafoya. Media outlets projected Flanagan as the winner for the Democratic nomination early Wednesday morning. The win solidifies the Lieutenant Governor's position as the party's choice to maintain the seat in November.

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