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"HUGE embarrassment": Another Trump-backed candidate loses… and refuses to concede
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· August 13, 2026
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Key takeaway The candidate, Mike Lindell, fell short in his bid for governor.
A recent primary race in Minnesota has yielded a loss for a GOP candidate endorsed by Donald Trump. The candidate, Mike Lindell, fell short in his bid for governor. Lindell, the CEO of My Pillow, lost to state House Speaker Lisa Demuth by over ten points.
This loss has led some to comment on Trump's influence within the party. Further details on the race and its implications are available from local sources. The outcome of the primary has been described as an embarrassment to Trump, given his endorsement of Lindell.
For more information on the race and its aftermath, readers can consult the original report.
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Category: rights Published: August 13, 2026 Source: LGBTQ Nation Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A recent primary race in Minnesota has yielded a loss for a GOP candidate endorsed by Donald Trump. The candidate, Mike Lindell, fell short in his bid for governor. Lindell, the CEO of My Pillow…
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