GOP Nominates SNC's Michele Tafoya For MN's U.S. Senate Seat
Larry O'Connor > Video
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Michele Tafoya, the GOP nominee for Minnesota's U.S. Senate seat, discusses her candidacy and the pressing issues facing the state. Tafoya emphasizes the importance of addressing high taxes, overregulation, and fraud in state programs. She criticizes her opponent, Democrat Peggy Flanagan, for ignoring these issues and failing to acknowledge the state's financial scandals. Tafoya also highlights the impact of these problems on Minnesota's economy and quality of life, stressing the need for new leadership to restore the state's spirit. She plans to focus on agricultural concerns, foreign relations, particularly with China, and improving the nation's education system if elected. Tafoya's campaign aims to mobilize Minnesotans to vote and bring much-needed change to the state.
