U.S. Senate and Governors

Minnesota Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar has formally filed paperwork to run for governor, entering the 2026 race after Gov. Tim Walz announced he will not seek reelection. The move would open a U.S. Senate seat if she ultimately leaves Washington, giving both parties a high‑stakes Senate and gubernatorial contest in a state that has been central to national fights over immigration enforcement and social‑services fraud. CBS reports the filing as official and brings on political strategists to parse how Klobuchar’s statewide profile, past presidential bid and centrist brand could shape both the Democratic primary and the general election. Her decision immediately resets Minnesota’s political map and will factor into national calculations about Senate control and potential 2028 presidential contenders.