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Trump's Endorsement Tested in Upper Midwest Primaries

The upcoming primaries in the upper Midwest will be a crucial test of Donald Trump's influence in the 2026 midterm elections. Trump has endorsed Michael Lindell, the CEO of My Pillow, who is running for governor in Minnesota. Lindell's campaign focuses on affordability, but his association with Trump's deportation campaign, Operation Metro Surge, may pose a challenge. The campaign has sparked debate about Trump's impact on the election.

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The essential points

  1. 01Michael Lindell, a longtime Trump ally, is running for governor in Minnesota.
  2. 02Lindell's campaign focuses on affordability, but faces challenges due to his association with Trump.
  3. 03Operation Metro Surge, a deportation campaign launched by the Trump administration, was unpopular in the state.
  4. 04The primaries will be a test of Trump's influence in the 2026 midterm elections.
The full brief

The upcoming primaries in the upper Midwest will be a crucial test of Donald Trump's influence in the 2026 midterm elections. Trump has endorsed Michael Lindell, the CEO of My Pillow, who is running for governor in Minnesota.

Lindell's campaign focuses on affordability, but his association with Trump's deportation campaign, Operation Metro Surge, may pose a challenge. The campaign has sparked debate about Trump's impact on the election.