What is the current status of the Senate seat and why does it become available?

The Senate seat is becoming open due to the retirement of Senator Tina Smith. This has prompted several candidates, including Angie Craig, to enter the race for the seat.

Who else is running in the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate seat?

In addition to Angie Craig, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and former state Sen. Melisa López Franzen are also competing in the Democratic primary.

What are Rep. Craig's reasons for entering the Senate race?

Rep. Craig entered the Senate race to 'break through the chaos' and fight against what she perceives as corruption and the erosion of rights by the current administration and Republicans.

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Rep. Angie Craig Announces Candidacy for U.S. Senate Seat in Minnesota

U.S. Rep. Angie Craig officially enters the Senate race for the seat of retiring Senator Tina Smith, citing urgent political issues.

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Rep. Angie Craig of Minnesota has announced her candidacy for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Tina Smith. In her launch video, she criticized Donald Trump and Congressional Republicans for corruption and chaos in Washington. Craig's entry adds to an already competitive Democratic primary as her current House seat, which is considered a toss-up, could become vulnerable with her departure. She boasts strong financial backing, having raised significant funds in her current role. Craig aims to fight for Minnesota and address rising costs and political inefficiencies.

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Angie Craig announces her candidacy for the U.S. Senate seat left vacant by Sen. Tina Smith's retirement, amidst a competitive Democratic primary landscape.
Craig pledges to address issues of chaos in Washington, criticizing both President Trump and the Republican Party for undermining rights and freedoms.
With a strong fundraising background and previous electoral success, Craig is positioned as a formidable candidate, but her departure from the House may leave her district vulnerable.

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: The Senate seat is becoming open due to the retirement of Senator Tina Smith. This has prompted several candidates, including Angie Craig, to enter the race for the seat.
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: In addition to Angie Craig, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and former state Sen. Melisa López Franzen are also competing in the Democratic primary.
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: Rep. Craig entered the Senate race to 'break through the chaos' and fight against what she perceives as corruption and the erosion of rights by the current administration and Republicans.
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