A new poll shows Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan holding a narrow lead over her Republican challenger in the state’s closely watched U.S. Senate race, with nearly half of respondents backing the Democratic incumbent. The survey, conducted by the Minnesota Star Tribune and KARE 11, reveals a tight contest, as the GOP candidate trails by four points while a small but notable share of voters remain undecided. With less than one percent of respondents selecting another option, the race appears poised for a competitive finish. The results underscore the high stakes as both candidates vie for support in a pivotal election.


Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan (D) leads her GOP opponent, former NFL sideline reporter Michele Tafoya, in a new poll on the state’s U.S. Senate race. The Minnesota Star Tribune/KARE 11 Minnesota poll found 47 percent of respondents supported Flanagan, while 43 percent backed Tafoya, 9 percent were undecided and less than 1 percent picked...