Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan has won the Democratic primary for Senate in Minnesota, securing a victory for the party’s progressive wing. She defeated Rep. Angie Craig, who was her most formidable challenger among six Democrats vying for the nomination to replace retiring Sen. Tina Smith. Flanagan campaigned on progressive priorities including “Medicare for all,” ending US aid to Israel due to the situation in Gaza, and campaign finance reform. The Hill reports that this win is a key victory for progressives.
The New York Post frames the race as the latest battle between leftist and centrist candidates within the Democratic party. Flanagan’s platform mirrors those of other progressive primary winners, such as Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan. No right-leaning sources reported on the story; coverage was limited to left-leaning and center outlets.
Flanagan will now advance to the general election where she will face former NFL player Joe Khalil, the Republican nominee.
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