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  • Fresh off VP loss, Tim Walz faces new political reality in MN


    Gone were the camo hats and crisp blue suits of the vice presidential campaign trail.

    Instead of Midwestern dad energy, DFL Gov. Tim Walz’s vibes felt more like a financial planner, using charts and figures to roll out his two-year budget for Minnesota and demonstrate the “long-term drivers” hiking costs. Some of his ideas sounded similar to those state Republicans had pitched for years: tax reform, spending cuts and tackling fraud.

    He thought they should like them, too.

    “I think there will be big buy-in from them,” Walz said.

    Walz’s budget plan and other proposals he’s rolled out represent a shift in tone for the governor, who is facing a new political reality after his failed national campaign. Instead of a DFL trifecta and a state flush with cash, he must now try to hash out a budget with a narrowly divided Legislature and a multibillion-dollar deficit on the horizon.

    “A new political invisible fence has been installed around him. The public is fed up with fraud, Republicans wisely won’t raise taxes and Minnesota has an actual balanced budget requirement,” said former Republican Gov. Tim Pawlenty, who also briefly returned to the job after running for national office. “His political roaming area has shrunk significantly.”

    Complicating matters is a bitter battle between Republicans and Democrats in the state House, where his party has boycotted the first two weeks of the legislative session to prevent Republicans from taking power for now. The unprecedented situation has forced Walz to wade in, even as it risks damaging his relationship with Republicans.

    Republican House members stand to be sworn in while Democratic House seats remain empty at the beginning of the first day of the 2025 Legislature at the State Capitol in St. Paul on Jan. 14. (Renée Jones Schneider/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

    Following a Friday state Supreme Court ruling that Republicans couldn’t conduct any business without at least one Democrat present in the chamber, Walz said he expected the GOP to “drop their unlawful charade” and return to the negotiating table.



    Fresh off his defeat in the Minnesota gubernatorial race, Tim Walz is now facing a new political reality in the state. As the former U.S. Representative prepares to leave office, he must navigate a changing landscape in Minnesota politics.

    With the recent election of Republican Jeff Johnson as the next governor of Minnesota, Walz will have to adapt to a new political environment. Johnson’s victory marks a shift in power in the state, and Walz will need to find ways to work with the new administration to continue to advocate for his priorities.

    Additionally, Walz’s loss in the gubernatorial race may impact his future political ambitions. As he contemplates his next steps, he will need to consider how to stay relevant and influential in Minnesota politics.

    Despite the setback of his defeat, Tim Walz remains a respected figure in Minnesota politics. As he faces this new political reality, he will need to rely on his experience, skills, and relationships to continue to make a positive impact in the state.

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  • Rachel Maddow interviews MN Governor Tim Walz as Trump plots end of U.S. government


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    In an exclusive interview, Rachel Maddow interviews Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, former Democratic nominee for vice president, in his first interview since the election, about how the Donald Trump administration’s ill-advised freeze of federal funds exposes the role of Project 2025 in the Trump administration’s plans, and Trump’s ultimate goal of destroying the U.S. government. Jan. 29, 2025

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On a recent episode of The Rachel Maddow Show, host Rachel Maddow sat down with Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to discuss the latest developments in the Trump administration’s efforts to dismantle the U.S. government.

Governor Walz expressed deep concerns about the President’s actions, citing his disregard for democratic norms and the rule of law. He emphasized the importance of protecting the institutions that uphold our democracy and the need for elected officials to hold the President accountable.

The interview shed light on the growing tension between the Trump administration and state governments, as well as the challenges facing states in maintaining their autonomy in the face of federal overreach.

As the Trump administration continues to push its agenda of dismantling government institutions, Governor Walz urged Americans to stay informed, engaged, and vigilant in defending our democracy.

For more insights on this critical issue, be sure to watch the full interview on The Rachel Maddow Show. #ProtectOurDemocracy #DefendInstitutions

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  • Tim Walz calls losing 2024 race ‘pure hell’ in rare post-election interview


    Former Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz said in a new interview on Tuesday that it’s been “pure hell” since his party lost the presidential election last November.

    Speaking with MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow, the Minnesota governor was asked what advice he’d give to “average people” who oppose the agenda President Donald Trump has implemented since he returned to office. 

    “You know that overused term, ‘The frog in the boiling water?’ We’ve been in the damn pot way too long,” Walz said. “I think it is speaking up. It’s thinking about your neighbors. It’s writing and putting those members of Congress – look, there is no spine among those folks – but this is real.”

    Walz then offered some sympathy to exhausted Democratic voters.

    “To the voters, I’m with this too. Everybody’s fatigued. Trust me, I get it,” Walz said. “It was pure hell, and the disappointment and the frustration, and I’m, you know, soul-searching – what could we have done to make the case? Because we knew this was coming. We knew the implication. And they’re throwing so much at us that we’re fatigued.”

    TIM WALZ ADMITS HE WAS SURPRISED BY ELECTION DEFEAT: ‘THOUGHT THE COUNTRY WAS READY’

    Former Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz said it’s been “pure hell” since he and his running mate Kamala Harris lost the 2024 election. (Screenshot/MSNBC)

    The Democratic governor went on to complain how the country spent three days debating whether billionaire Trump ally and Department of Government Efficiency co-founder Elon Musk, who he referred to “President Musk,” had given a “Nazi salute” at a Trump inauguration rally last week.

    “Of course he did, but that is a distraction from what, I think you said it, this is ‘game on’ stuff right here,” Walz continued. “And I am worried with these federal employees because look, they’re in a tough spot, that some of these folks, especially those that are doing good work around environmental concerns, around justice for people, around, you know, criminal justice reform, all of the things that make our society better.”

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    Walz urged Democrats to not “take the bait on the distractions” as President Trump implements his agenda. (Al Drago/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

    “So I would tell people stay focused. Don’t take the bait on the distractions. Surround yourself with people who understand this, and recognize the things they went after today are basically a big chunk of what society does, and people like to have clean water, and hospitals, and safety, and roads, and airports, all the things that they are going after… We have to find that voice. We have to push back. We have to be organized,” Walz later added, discussing the pausing of federal grants.

    Walz also urged Democrats to “use the courts” but expressed caution, suggesting Trump won’t care what the courts say even if his party took that route.

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    “I think it’s taking it to the individual people. Show what each of these programs does and what it means for people’s lives,” Walz said.

    “Yeah,” Maddow agreed. “No matter what people motivated anybody’s vote, if you didn’t think you were voting to cut firefighting, if you didn’t think you were voting to cut meat inspections, if you didn’t think you were voting to cut air traffic control, well it’s all becoming very, very clear right now.”

    Maddow incorrectly asserted her one-on-one with Walz was his “first interview since the presidential election,” although it was his first national one. Walz spoke with several local Minnesota outlets in December after losing the 2024 race.

    Joseph A. Wulfsohn is a media reporter for Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to joseph.wulfsohn@fox.com and on Twitter: @JosephWulfsohn.



    In a shocking revelation, former Minnesota Governor Tim Walz opened up about the emotional toll of losing the 2024 race in a rare post-election interview. Walz, who was defeated by his Republican opponent in a closely contested race, described the experience as “pure hell.”

    Speaking candidly about the challenges of facing defeat after serving as governor for four years, Walz admitted that the loss took a significant toll on his mental and emotional well-being. “Losing an election is never easy, but this one was especially tough,” he said. “It felt like everything I had worked for was suddenly taken away from me.”

    Despite the disappointment and heartache of losing the race, Walz expressed gratitude for the support he received from his family, friends, and supporters throughout the campaign. He also emphasized the importance of moving forward and finding new ways to serve the people of Minnesota.

    As he looks towards the future, Walz remains committed to continuing his work in public service and making a positive impact in his community. While the road ahead may be challenging, he is determined to persevere and overcome the obstacles that come his way.

    The interview with Tim Walz offers a rare glimpse into the personal struggles and emotions that politicians face after losing an election. It serves as a reminder of the human side of politics and the resilience required to bounce back from defeat.

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  • Kim Reynolds, Tim Walz offer contrasting fiscal paths


    • John Hendrickson is policy director of Iowans for Tax Relief Foundation.
    • John Phelan is an economist with Minnesota’s Center of the American Experiment.

    Iowa and Minnesota are Midwestern neighbors who have taken vastly different fiscal policy paths in recent years. They have arrived at quite different destinations, with one looking at lower taxes and a budget surplus and the other at higher taxes and a budget deficit. They illustrate the alternative policy paths from which the United States must choose.

    In Iowa, Gov. Kim Reynolds has positioned Iowa as a national leader in fiscal responsibility. Along with the Legislature, she has prioritized conservative budgeting, leading to multi-year budget surpluses, full reserve funds, and a Taxpayer Relief Fund nearing $4 billion. These responsible practices enabled Iowa’s historic income tax reforms.

    This is in complete contrast with Minnesota under the leadership of Gov. Tim Walz. Entering 2023 with a forecast budget surplus of $18 billion, Walz and the Democratic-controlled Legislature not only spent every penny of that — increasing spending, in real terms, by 23% per person since 2019 — but hiked taxes and fees by another $10 billion on top of that. This explosion of spending has now landed the state government with a forecast deficit of $5 billion for the 2028-2029 budget biennium.



    Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz have taken different approaches to fiscal policy, with Reynolds advocating for tax cuts and smaller government while Walz focuses on investing in education and infrastructure.

    Reynolds, a Republican, has pushed for tax cuts and deregulation as a way to spur economic growth in Iowa. She has also focused on reducing government spending and streamlining government operations. Reynolds believes that lower taxes and less government intervention will attract businesses and create jobs in the state.

    On the other hand, Walz, a Democrat, has prioritized investing in education, healthcare, and infrastructure in Minnesota. He has proposed increasing funding for public schools and expanding access to affordable healthcare. Walz believes that investing in these areas will improve the quality of life for all Minnesotans and help the state remain competitive in the global economy.

    The contrasting fiscal paths of Reynolds and Walz highlight the different priorities and philosophies of the two governors. While Reynolds believes in smaller government and lower taxes, Walz is focused on investing in public services and infrastructure. It remains to be seen which approach will lead to greater economic prosperity and quality of life for their respective states.

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  • Minnesota Supreme Court voids House Jan. 28 special election, rules Gov. Walz called it too soon


    MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Supreme Court on Friday canceled the special election for a metro House race later this month, finding Gov. Tim Walz set the date before state law requires.

    The election was scheduled for Jan. 28 for House District 40B, after the DFL winner in November’s election didn’t appeal judge’s ruling that he didn’t live there and couldn’t serve. Early voting was already underway; now those ballots cast are voided and can’t be counted when the special election is eventually rescheduled, the Court said in its order.  

    The Minnesota Republican Party and Minnesota Voters Alliance sued over the timing, arguing that state law is clear that if there’s a vacancy following an election, the governor must wait until 22 days after the first day of session to issue a writ of special election. Walz called the special election on Dec. 27, the same day Curtis Johnson, the Democrat won, said he wouldn’t take the oath of office.  

    The Court agreed and said the election was scheduled “prematurely and therefore must be quashed.” An opinion will follow.  

    This decision could extend House Democrats’ boycott of the 2025 session due to a power dispute over control of the chamber.  

    They had vowed not to show-up until after the special election, which was expected to bring a current one-seat edge for the GOP back to a tie. There is a separate question before the Supreme Court on quorum and if Republican lawmakers met that threshold when they gaveled in and proceeded with electing a House Speaker on the first day of session without Democrats there.

    Rep. Lisa Demuth, whom Republicans chose for that role, praised the court’s decision.  

    “I’m pleased the court correctly ruled that the Governor failed the follow the law in his attempt to speed up the special election to help the political fortunes of the Democrat party,” she said. “We want the residents of 40B to have representation as soon as possible and look forward to the Governor calling a special election pursuant to state law.”  

    The ruling means the special election will come at least a month after the one originally scheduled for the end of January. Gov. Tim Walz on TPT Almanac Friday night said the new special election could be March 5.  

    Meanwhile, Democrats were disappointed in the decision and again called for Republicans to negotiate a power-sharing agreement with them to prepare for the return to a tie, since the district favors Democrats. 

    “We appreciate the Supreme Court’s prompt decision. It is unfortunate that the people of District 40B will have to wait longer to be represented,” said Rep. Melissa Hortman, the DFL leader. “Attempts by Minnesota Republicans to delay this election are an attempt to delay the inevitable: Democrat David Gottfried will win this election, and the Minnesota House of Representatives will return to a 67-67 tie. When that happens, Democrats and Republicans must have a plan to govern together.”

    The state’s highest court will hear arguments in the quorum case next Thursday. 

    Caroline Cummings


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    Caroline Cummings is an Emmy-winning reporter with a passion for covering politics, public policy and government. She is thrilled to join the WCCO team.



    In a surprising turn of events, the Minnesota Supreme Court has ruled to void the House Jan. 28 special election, stating that Governor Walz called it too soon. This decision has sparked controversy and raised questions about the timing of elections during a public health crisis.

    Many are questioning the legality and constitutionality of the court’s decision, with some arguing that Governor Walz acted within his authority to call for the special election. Others are concerned about the potential impact on voter turnout and representation in the affected district.

    The ruling has left both political parties scrambling to determine the next steps, as the fate of the special election hangs in the balance. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.

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