These are the general-election candidates on Minnesota's ballot for November 3, 2026, by office and party, following the state's primary. This guide covers statewide offices and U.S. House races. It is nonpartisan and factual. See the Minnesota 2026 overview for the fuller picture.
Governor of Minnesota
Amy Klobuchar Democratic
Lisa Demuth Republican
Steven Young Green
Open seat, no incumbent is running.
U.S. Senate
Peggy Flanagan Democratic
Michele Tafoya Republican
Rebecca Whiting Libertarian
Marisa Simonetti Independent
Open seat, no incumbent is running.
Secretary of State
Steve Simon DemocraticIncumbent
Tad Jude Republican
Seth Kuhl-Stennes Green
Chip Tangen Libertarian
Attorney General
Keith Ellison DemocraticIncumbent
Ron Schutz Republican
Auditor
Zack Filipovich Democratic
Scott Jensen Republican
Jay Reeves Forward Independence
Open seat, no incumbent is running.
U.S. House, District 1
Brad Finstad RepublicanIncumbent
Jake Johnson Democratic
U.S. House, District 2
Matt Little Democratic
Eric Pratt Republican
Open seat, no incumbent is running.
U.S. House, District 3
Kelly Morrison DemocraticIncumbent
Tyler Bass Republican
U.S. House, District 4
Betty McCollum DemocraticIncumbent
Paul Wikstrom Republican
U.S. House, District 5
Ilhan Omar DemocraticIncumbent
John Nagel Republican
DeVelle Jackson Independent
U.S. House, District 6
Tom Emmer Jr. RepublicanIncumbent
Doug Chapin Democratic
U.S. House, District 7
Michelle Fischbach RepublicanIncumbent
Erik Osberg Democratic
U.S. House, District 8
Pete Stauber RepublicanIncumbent
Trina Swanson Democratic
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Also on the Minnesota ballot
Beyond the statewide and congressional races above, Minnesota voters also decide state legislative races and county and municipal offices, which appear on local ballots, along with any statewide ballot measures.
How to vote in Minnesota
The general election is November 3, 2026. On Election Day, polls in Minnesota are open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM CST. Confirm your registration, polling place, and mail-ballot options at Vote.org and your state election office. Getting your supporters to turn out is what decides the closest races.
Frequently asked questions
Who is running in Minnesota in 2026?
Governor: Amy Klobuchar (Democratic), Lisa Demuth (Republican), Steven Young (Green). U.S. Senate: Peggy Flanagan (Democratic), Michele Tafoya (Republican), Rebecca Whiting (Libertarian), Marisa Simonetti (Independent). Every voter also decides state legislative and local races on their ballot.
What time do polls open and close in Minnesota on Election Day?
On Election Day, polls in Minnesota are open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM CST.
When is the Minnesota election in 2026?
The general election is November 3, 2026, following the state's 2026 primary.
Candidate information reflects the general-election ballot as of the date above, drawn from nonpartisan sources including The Green Papers and state election authorities. Verify the final ballot with your local election office.
Keep reading: Minnesota 2026 elections and the 2026 midterms are a turnout election.