Minnesota’s 2024 election results defy expectations as Tim Walz remains governor, and the state House faces a possible tie.
Author: MinnPost
Minnesota’s 2024 election results are confirmed, with high turnout and minimal disruptions. Secretary of State Steve Simon reflects on smooth voting process.
The Minnesota DFL held its single-seat majority in the state Senate by winning a special election in the west metro suburbs, but when results from Anoka County finally came in early Wednesday and the DFL held onto some battleground races, the House is currently tied. Former Sen. Ann Johnson Stewart defeated GOP nominee Kathleen Fowke to hold the seat vacated by U.S. Rep.-elect Kelly Morrison. It was the only state Senate seat on the ballot but could have turned the Senate over to Republicans had Fowke won. The 45th Senate District hugs the shore of Lake Minnetonka and includes the…
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