Mike Lindell Campaigns for Minnesota Governor

In late 2025, Mike Lindell, the well-known founder and CEO of MyPillow, officially announced his run for Governor of Minnesota.

personMike Lindell

orgMyPillow

locationMinnesota

His proposed policy platform includes investigating state programs for potential fraud, removing sales taxes for brick-and-mortar stores, and adopting a strict approach to immigration policy.

conceptimmigration policy

Lindell enters a crowded Republican primary field, facing opponents like Lisa Demuth and Dr.

orgRepublican

personLisa Demuth

Scott Jensen, with the ultimate goal of challenging incumbent Governor Tim Walz in the 2026 general election.

personScott Jensen

personTim Walz

event2026 general election

While his loyalty to former President Donald Trump is clear, he has clarified that recent comments from Trump regarding his candidacy were not official endorsements.

personDonald Trump

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What is the primary motivation for Mike Lindell's gubernatorial campaign?

He frames his candidacy around the slogan 'I fix problems' to address state issues.

To promote his business interests for MyPillow globally

To secure an official endorsement from the Republican party

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He frames his candidacy around the slogan 'I fix problems' to address state issues.

Which of the following is part of Lindell's proposed economic platform?

Eliminating sales taxes on brick-and-mortar retailers

Increasing taxes on all retail businesses

Providing government subsidies to all online companies

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Eliminating sales taxes on brick-and-mortar retailers

Who will the primary winner challenge in the November 2026 general election?

Donald Trump

Incumbent Democratic Governor Tim Walz

Lisa Demuth

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Incumbent Democratic Governor Tim Walz

What is a major source of controversy surrounding Lindell's campaign?

His decision to leave the Republican party

His opposition to local retail businesses

His role in promoting disproven claims regarding the 2020 presidential election

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His role in promoting disproven claims regarding the 2020 presidential election

What is the status of the relationship between Lindell and Donald Trump regarding this election?

Lindell has cut all ties with the former president

Lindell remains a loyal ally, but comments from Trump were not an official endorsement

Trump has provided an official endorsement of Lindell

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Lindell remains a loyal ally, but comments from Trump were not an official endorsement

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