MN governor race to replace Walz sees major shakeup as GOP contender ends campaign: 'Don't see a path'
Minnesota state Rep. Kristin Robbins has ended her campaign for governor, citing a lack of a viable path to victory after Senator Amy Klobuchar entered the race. Robbins, who chaired a committee investigating fraud during Gov. Tim Walz's administration, criticized Walz's leadership but acknowledged the political challenges of running against an established Democratic figure. She plans to focus on concluding the legislative session and continuing oversight work despite stepping out of the gubernatorial race.
- ▪Kristin Robbins, a Republican state representative, suspended her campaign for Minnesota governor in May 2026.
- ▪She cited the entry of Senator Amy Klobuchar into the race as a major factor in her decision due to Klobuchar's strong political backing and name recognition.
- ▪Robbins chaired the House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Committee and was a vocal critic of Gov. Tim Walz's handling of a major fraud scandal.
- ▪Walz dropped his re-election bid in January 2026 amid a growing fraud scandal that occurred during his tenure.
- ▪Robbins stated she will remain active in state politics and continue working on uncovering details of the fraud investigation.
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Amy Klobuchar MN governor race to replace Walz sees major shakeup as GOP contender ends campaign: 'Don't see a path' Minnesota state Rep. Kristin Robbins exclusively spoke to Fox News Digital about her decision By Andrew Mark Miller Fox News Published May 1, 2026 10:10am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video WATCH: MN GOP lawmaker slams Walz of missing hearing looking into the massive fraud scandal Rep. Kristin Robbins, Chair of the Minnesota House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Committee, called out Gov. Walz for skipping a hearing on fraud.
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