DFL Statement on Sen. Tina Smith’s Announcement
ST PAUL – Today, the Minnesota DFL Party released the following statement after Senator Tina Smith announced she would not be seeking reelection in 2026. “From City Hall to the halls of Congress, no one has fought harder for Minnesotans and our values than Tina Smith,” said Minnesota DFL Executive Director Heidi Kraus Kaplan. “From reproductive freedom to […]
DFL Slams Donald Trump’s Tariff Taxes Following Unexpected Inflation Spike
Following Trump’s new tariff taxes, inflation spiked unexpectedly, defying economists’ predictions ST PAUL – Today, the Minnesota DFL Party released the following statement after new data showing that inflation jumped faster than expected following Donald Trump’s push for new tariff taxes impacting everything from housing to groceries. “Minnesotans who want to buy a house or pay […]
DFL Chair Ken Martin’s Statement on Walz’s Strong Approval Numbers
Walz’s strong 55-41 approval rating is nearly identical to his 54-40 rating before he was selected as the vice-presidential nominee ST PAUL – The Minnesota DFL Party released the following statement on new independent polling numbers showing that Walz has maintained a strong, 55-41 approval rating, nearly identical to the 54-40 rating the same pollster found in Q2 […]
DFL Blasts Illegal, Self-Dealing Kickback to Rep. Niska’s Colleagues at His Law Firm
Minnesota House Republicans attempted to use their illegal kangaroo court to hire lawyers at the law firm where Rep. Harry Niska – the number two House Republican – works as a partner ST PAUL – Today, the DFL released the following statement after Minnesota House Republicans attempted to use their illegal kangaroo court to hire lawyers […]
Judge Rejects MNGOP’s Request to Nullify Tabke’s Election
House GOP Leader Lisa Demuth has said that Republicans should overturn Brad Tabke’s election even if the courts refused to do so ST PAUL – Today, a judge rejected the GOP’s request to nullify Rep. Brad Tabke’s election and to order a new election. Minnesota House GOP Leader Lisa Demuth recently said that she plans to overturn Brad Tabke’s election […]
NEW: Demuth: “We should not be seating” Rep. Tabke No Matter What the Courts Say
ST PAUL – Minnesota DFL Chair Ken Martin released the following statement condemning newly uncovered remarks in which Minnesota House GOP Leader Lisa Demuth told a conservative podcast host that she would ignore an unfavorable court ruling and deny DFL State Rep. Brad Tabke his seat in the legislature, even if the courts rejected the GOP lawsuit to overturn […]
DFL Statement on Minnesota GOP’s Illegitimate Power Grab Attempts
ST PAUL – Minnesota DFL Chair Ken Martin released the following statement condemning Minnesota Republicans’ transparent attempt to seize a majority that voters did not give them – in fact, more Minnesotans voted for DFL candidates for House than for Republican candidates. “On the anniversary of January 6, we will not entertain any pearl clutching from […]
DFL Statement on Passing of Senator Kari Dziedzic
ST PAUL – Minnesota DFL Chair Ken Martin released the following statement on the passing of Senator Kari Dziedzic. DFL Chair Ken Martin: “My heart is with Senator Dziedzic’s family and all who knew and loved her. It is impossible to overstate the positive impact that Senator Dziedzic’s leadership has had on our state. She devoted her […]
DFL Statement on Far-Right Overthrow of MNGOP Chair
MNGOP Chair David Hann was deposed on Saturday with the help of far-right activists, including the group Action 4 Liberty ST PAUL – Minnesota DFL Chairman Ken Martin released the following statement after MNGOP Chair David Hann was deposed on Saturday with the help of far-right activists, including the group Action 4 Liberty. “The Minnesota GOP has […]
DFL Calls on MNGOP Congressional Delegation to Release Bipartisan Ethics Report Regarding Matt Gaetz
Rep. Michelle Fischbach sits on the House Ethics Committee, and Majority Whip Tom Emmer is the third highest ranking member of the House; both almost certainly know what’s in the report ST PAUL – Today, the Minnesota DFL Party called on the Republican members of Minnesota’s Congressional delegation to release the ethics report detailing the findings […]