Minnesota GOP gubernatorial primary narrows further after Jensen drops bid

Published February 9, 2026 1:15pm ET



Minnesota GOP Gubernatorial candidate Scott Jensen said Monday he will no longer seek the leading office in the state and will instead run for state auditor to “declare war” on fraud

“It’s time to declare war on waste and fraud and abuse,” Jensen said in a video posted on X. “It’s time to resurrect a good government.” 

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