Minnesota Republican Party
Coverage of Minnesota Republican Party in the Nexus archive.
- MyPillow founder not registered to vote in state he wants to lead
MyPillow founder Lindell is not registered to vote in Minnesota, the state he aims to lead. He cited a lack of support from the Minnesota Republican Party for his campaign despite a public endorsement from Trump.
- President Trump endorses ‘Pillow Man’ Mike Lindell for Minnesota governor
President Donald Trump endorsed MyPillow founder Mike Lindell for Minnesota governor, praising him as a dedicated patriot and election denier. Lindell, part of a crowded Republican primary field, faces criticism from Minnesota Republican Party leadership over financial issues and electability concerns. The endorsement occurs as investigations into Minnesota’s federal childcare spending programs continue.
- GOP-endorsed candidate for state auditor clarifies posts that misstated qualifications
Nate George, a GOP-endorsed candidate for Minnesota state auditor, corrected campaign posts that incorrectly stated he held a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) credential. His campaign acknowledged the error as an oversight, noting he has not yet applied for the certification but anticipates completion by September 2026.
- Rep. Peggy Bennett calls for 3 Minnesota GOP leaders to resign; MN GOP responds
Minnesota State Rep. Peggy Bennett demands the resignation of three top Minnesota GOP officials, alleging dysfunction, favoritism, and mismanagement during the gubernatorial endorsement process. The Minnesota Republican Party disputes Bennett's claims, calling them inaccurate. Bennett criticized changes to candidate requirements and alleged obstacles placed on her campaign, while the party claims she missed deadlines and failed to comply with rules.
- Moment of silence for Derek Chauvin is slap in the face to racial justice
The Minnesota Republican Party's moment of silence for Derek Chauvin at a nominating convention is criticized as endorsing racial injustice. The article highlights Chauvin's conviction for George Floyd's murder and his history of excessive force, framing the gesture as a rejection of justice and accountability.
- Minnesotans whose loved ones were killed by police condemn state GOP for praying for Derek Chauvin
Minnesota residents whose loved ones were killed by police condemned the state Republican Party for holding a prayer for Derek Chauvin, the former officer convicted of murdering George Floyd. Courteney Ross and Valerie Castile criticized the gesture as hurtful to families of police violence victims. The moment of silence, described as spontaneous and not part of the official GOP convention program, sparked backlash from racial justice groups and officials.
- Minnesotans whose loved ones were killed by police condemn state GOP for praying for Derek Chauvin
Minnesota residents with loved ones killed by police condemned the state Republican Party for holding a public prayer for Derek Chauvin, the officer convicted of murdering George Floyd. Family members criticized the moment of silence as hurtful, with Courteney Ross and Valerie Castile expressing outrage at the gesture. The Minnesota GOP stated the prayer was a spontaneous action not endorsed by party leadership.
- Minnesotans whose loved ones were killed by police condemn state GOP for praying for Derek Chauvin
Minnesota residents with loved ones killed by police condemned the state Republican Party for holding a moment of silence for Derek Chauvin, who is in federal prison for George Floyd's murder. Valerie Castile, mother of Philando Castile, criticized the gesture as hurtful, while the GOP stated the action was spontaneous and not part of their official program. Racial justice groups and officials, including Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, denounced the moment as disrespectful to Floyd and his family.
- Minnesotans whose loved ones were killed by police condemn state GOP for praying for Derek Chauvin
Minnesota residents with loved ones killed by police criticized the state Republican Party for holding a public prayer for Derek Chauvin. Chauvin is incarcerated for the murder of George Floyd.
- Minnesota Republicans Hold Moment of Silence for Derek Chauvin
Minnesota Republicans held a moment of silence for Derek Chauvin during their convention in Duluth, Minn. Delegates participated in the event on Saturday.
- Minnesota Republicans rebuked for Derek Chauvin moment of silence
The Minnesota Republican party faced criticism for holding a moment of silence for Derek Chauvin at their convention. Attorney General Keith Ellison called the gesture an 'act of profound cruelty' to George Floyd’s family and disrespectful to law enforcement.
- Minnesota Republicans rebuked for Derek Chauvin moment of silence
The Minnesota Republican party faced criticism for holding a moment of silence for Derek Chauvin, the former police officer. Attorney general Keith Ellison condemned the gesture as an act of cruelty to George Floyd's family and disrespectful to law enforcement.