Schutz Led Ellison in Minnesota Poll
A new KSTP-Survey USA poll shows Republican challenger Ron Schutz edging out incumbent Keith Ellison.
Updated on Sept. 27, 2026 in Elections
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Republican attorney general candidate Ron Schutz leads incumbent Keith Ellison with 45% support to Ellison's 43% in a recent KSTP-Survey USA poll. The findings reflect voter sentiment in Minnesota ahead of the November 2026 election.
Why it matters
This polling data highlights a competitive race for Minnesota's top legal office. The results indicate that voters are considering a shift in leadership for the attorney general position as the election cycle nears its conclusion.
The KSTP-Survey USA poll shows Republican Ron Schutz with 45% support compared to 43% for incumbent Keith Ellison. The poll was released in September 2026.
The players
Ron Schutz
He is a Republican candidate for Minnesota attorney general and a long-time partner at the law firm Robins Kaplan.
Keith Ellison
He is the incumbent attorney general of Minnesota currently seeking re-election.
The details
Ron Schutz, a partner at the firm Robins Kaplan, brings 39 years of legal experience to his campaign. He has previously been recognized as one of the nation's top 200 attorneys by Forbes magazine on two occasions.
Timeline
The KSTP-Survey USA poll was released in September 2026.
The Minnesota attorney general election is scheduled for November 2026.
Political Context
The opposition party and supporters of the incumbent often point to legislative achievements and established judicial records as reasons to maintain current leadership. Critics of the challenger argue that experience in the private sector does not translate to the policy-heavy requirements of a state attorney general office.
The outcome of this race will determine which legal priorities the state pursues regarding consumer protection and criminal justice. Residents should expect to see increased campaign activity as candidates work to secure final support before the November vote.
The takeaway
Voters in Minnesota are currently presented with a choice between an established incumbent and a veteran attorney with decades of private practice experience. Tracking these shifting poll numbers provides a preview of the state's political direction for the next term.
What happens next
The general election for the Minnesota attorney general seat will take place in November 2026.
Further reading
For more background on state contests, visit Elections.
Source note: This article includes information reported by CBS News.
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