US EditionSen. Tina Smith endorses Peggy Flanagan in Minnesota Senate race
Senator Smith backs progressive Lt. Gov. Flanagan for U.S. Senate, citing need for bold leadership and challenging moderate rival Rep. Angie Craig in Minnesota's primary.
- In a reversal of her earlier stance, Sen. Tina Smith, U.S. Senator from Minnesota, endorsed the candidate in the Minnesota U.S. Senate primary, last year said her previous position was to not back any candidate.
- Last February, Smith had said 'It is not my job to pick my successor' after announcing her plans to retire, leaving the decision to Minnesota voters.
- The primary has grown contentious as Flanagan criticizes Craig over the Laken Riley Act, while Craig faults Flanagan for her role in the Medicaid fraud crisis in Minnesota under Gov. Tim Walz.
- Smith's endorsement further consolidates support for Flanagan, who has backing from big-name lawmakers on the left and sitting members of Congress.
- Craig's campaign responded that, given concerns about fraud tied to the administration, Angie Craig is the best candidate to keep the seat blue, strengthening her position in the primary.
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