Minnesota Senate
Peggy Flanagan (D) vs. Marisa Simonetti (I) vs. Michele Tafoya (R) vs. Rebecca Whiting (I). General election Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
What does a U.S. senator do?
Writes and votes on federal laws, approves or rejects the President's nominees for judges and cabinet posts, and approves treaties. 6-year term. Each state has two.
- Votes on the federal budget and taxes
- Confirms Supreme Court justices
- Serves on committees that shape bills
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Listed alphabetically by last name. Each box has the same sections in the same order. Donation and campaign links appear only after we confirm they belong to the candidate's own committee.
Peggy Flanagan
Who they are
In their words: “Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan's ready to take our Minnesota values to D.C. — to fight to rebuild the middle class, protect our rights, and hold the extremist billionaires trying to run off with our country accountable. If elected, she’ll be the first Native American woman to ever serve in the U.S. Senate. Will you join us in this Minnesotan-powered campaign?” campaign site
What they say they'll do
- Ending Corruption: Make Washington work for Minnesotans, not special interests
- Healthcare: Everyone should be able to access and afford the care they need
- Affording Your Life: Putting more money in Minnesotans’ pockets
- Agriculture: Protecting Minnesota’s farmers
- Climate: Protecting our planet & creating a green economy
What they've done
Who funds them
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Marisa Simonetti
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Michele Tafoya
Who they are
In their words: “For decades, I’ve called America’s biggest games straight from the sideline. No spin, no excuses. Now Minnesota needs that same straight talk in Washington.” campaign site
What they say they'll do
- Cut Costs and Taxes for the Middle Class
What they've done
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Rebecca Whiting
Who they are
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Where they stand, issue by issue
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Peggy has a proven record of fighting and winning policies to support Minnesota’s workers and business owners. For example, when a long-time employee of Sarah’s small business broke both of her arms, Sarah didn’t know what to do.source
The career politicians and D.C. bureaucrats have one mission: Take away more of our money and freedom and seize more power for themselves. But no nation can tax, borrow and print its way to prosperity.source
Earlier this year, Peggy met Bentley and his mom, Kris, in Central Minnesota. Bentley is one of the hundreds of thousands of children in Minnesota who rely on Medicaid as their health insurance–just like Peggy did.source
A lot of people in America know the phrase “respect your elders,” but today, we have forgotten what it looks like to show them respect and care. Seniors are the fastest-growing population experiencing homelessness. Millions worry about hunger.source
Peggy’s view on immigration is grounded in her Catholic faith and the belief that one should welcome the stranger, especially those seeking harbor from religious or political persecution. Our country was built by immigrants, and the foundation of our rule of law is due process.source
Nobody’s daughter should grow up with fewer rights than her mother, yet our daughters today have fewer rights than we did at the same age. It’s clear that Republican politicians will stop at nothing to control women’s bodies. Outlawing abortion is just the first step.source
Public schools, colleges and universities are often some of the largest employers and economic drivers in their community. Thriving schools, where all learners have what they need to be successful, lead to thriving communities.source
The United States has a responsibility to keep Americans secure, expand economic opportunities, and promote democratic values around the world. Yet, t he only consistent aspect of Donald Trump’s foreign policy is that he will always put his own money making schemes ahead of American interests.source
Military service is one of our nation’s highest callings and our service members and veterans deserve the full support and respect of our country.source
Too many politicians in Washington have forgotten who they represent–the constituents who sent them there to govern.source
Peggy cares about farm families and the health of our agriculture sector. For generations, our farmers have been on the frontlines of agricultural innovation and feeding the world.source
No candidate in this race addresses on their site: Crime & public safety, Guns, Energy & environment, Housing, Roads, transit & infrastructure.
About this race
No incumbent is on the ballot (open seat). The race is rated leaning Democratic. 6-year term. Each state has two.
Rating from the Cook Political Report race ratings, Oct 23, 2026. Candidates from the Office of the Clerk, U.S. House: 2026 nominees from official state sources.
