Xp Lee won the 34B (Brooklyn Park, Champlin, Coon Rapids) special election on Sept. 16 to fill the seat of late Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman, with 60.82% of the vote. Gov. Tim Walz announced he is running for a third term in 2026. Minnesota has again earned a AAA credit rating from all three major credit agencies (Moody’s, S&P Global Ratings and Fitch) for the fourth consecutive year. The post Ewald at the Capitol: Special Election Results, Walz Running for 3rd Term appeared first on Ewa...| Ewald Consulting
Gov. Tim Walz met with legislative leaders this week to discuss a potential special session on gun violence, following the horrific shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis. Rep. Zack Stephenson will lead the House DFL Caucus. Senate DFLers are forming a Select Subcommittee on Federal Impacts on Minnesotans and Economic Stability. The post Ewald at the Capitol: Special Session, New Leader Selected, New Senate Subcommittee appeared first on Ewald Consulting.| Ewald Consulting
Minnesota has several special election campaigns underway and several high-profile legislators launching campaigns for higher office. The Advisory Committee on Capitol Security is discussing potential safety upgrades at the Minnesota Capitol. The post Ewald at the Capitol: Election Updates, Capitol Security, Board of Regents appeared first on Ewald Consulting.| Ewald Consulting
Minnesota is on track to have 6 special elections in 2025. Seven new Minnesota laws go into effect on August 1, 2025. Minnesota's budget has challenges coming later this year. The post Ewald at the Capitol: Special Elections, New Laws, Budget Challenges appeared first on Ewald Consulting.| Ewald Consulting