Key Insights for Minnesota from the Republican National Convention

Minnesota was a focus at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, with the Trump campaign expressing a desire to turn the state red for the first time since 1972. Minnesota Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Emmer also had a prominent speaking slot. Governor Tim Walz traveled to Milwaukee to counter-message the convention.

Key highlights included the Trump campaign’s effort to win Minnesota, with allies expressing confidence in flipping the state. Emmer, once at odds with Trump, was welcomed into his inner circle. Walz criticized the Trump-Vance ticket and accused Ohio U.S. Sen. JD Vance of supporting regressive policies. Emmer used the Minneapolis riots to attack Vice President Kamala Harris.

While several Republican U.S. Senate candidates spoke at the convention, Minnesota’s endorsed candidate Royce White did not. White, facing controversy and lacking Trump’s endorsement, is up against Democratic U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar. Despite a possible shift in the state’s presidential race, some believe the Senate race is not winnable.

Overall, Minnesota had a significant presence at the RNC, with discussions revolving around key political figures and issues in the state. The event highlighted the efforts by both parties to garner support and sway voters in Minnesota leading up to the upcoming elections.

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