Trump Endorsement Shakes Up Minnesota’s Republican Governor’s Race

President Donald Trump’s endorsement of Mike Lindell is adding new attention to Minnesota’s Republican race for governor as early voting continues ahead of the August 11 primary. Lindell is running against Republican-endorsed candidate Kendall Qualls and House Speaker Lisa Demuth. Fluence Media political analyst Blois Olson says Trump’s backing boosts Lindell’s profile but doesn’t guarantee a primary win. He says the real test will be whether Lindell can turn the endorsement into more fundraising and advertising before Election Day. The winner of the Republican primary will advance to November’s general election to face the DFL nominee.