Tim Walz Rules Out Run for Open US Senate Seat in Minnesota

The former vice presidential candidate may try for a third term as Minnesota’s governor.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz reacts as Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris concedes the election during a speech at Howard University in Washington on Nov. 6, 2024. Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will not enter a race to represent Minnesota in the U.S. Senate, a spokesperson said on Feb. 26.

“He loves his job as Governor and he’s exploring the possibility of another term to continue his work to make Minnesota the best state in the country for kids,” the spokesperson told news outlets in a statement.