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Pro‑Frey PACs outspend Fateh allies in Mpls

Campaign‑finance reports through Oct. 20 show PACs aligned with Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and his allies have raised about $1.6 million, in addition to nearly $1 million raised by Frey’s campaign, far outpacing groups backing state Sen. Omar Fateh and his allies ahead of the Nov. 4 election. The largest PAC, All of Minneapolis, has raised $1.2 million, while We Love Minneapolis has raised $309,000 and transferred $130,000 to Thrive MPLS, as both sides mobilize for the mayoral and 13 council races.

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📌 Key Facts

  • Top three pro‑Frey PACs have raised about $1.6M; Frey’s campaign has raised nearly $1M
  • All of Minneapolis raised $1.2M; We Love Minneapolis $309K; $130K went to Thrive MPLS; Safer Hennepin raised ~$162K
  • Donors cited include the Downtown Council, Minnesota Multi Housing Association, developers, landlords, Minneapolis Regional Chamber, and Lyft; average donations: $421 (All of Mpls) vs. $25 (Mpls for the Many)

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