Amy Klobuchar files papers for run as Minnesota Governor

Senator Amy Klobuchar has filed to run for governor of Minnesota, following Governor Tim Walz's surprising exit from the race. President Trump's immigration policies and recent protests have reshaped the political landscape in the state.

Klobuchar is anticipated to dominate the Democratic primary, with local attorney general Keith Ellison opting for re-election instead of challenging her. Her potential governance would conclude her nearly two-decade Senate tenure.

She has positioned herself as a centrist voice in her party, focusing on practical issues rather than divisive culture wars. The outcome of her candidacy will significantly impact Democratic control in the Minnesota Legislature, amid rising GOP critiques linking her to Walz’s scandals.