Minnesota Attorney General Race Tightens Ahead of November
Recent polling shows a narrow margin between incumbent Keith Ellison and challenger Ron Schutz.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Elections
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Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and challenger Ron Schutz are neck-and-neck as the November 2026 election approaches. A new KSTP poll places Schutz at 45% and Ellison at 43%, with 12% of voters remaining undecided.
Why it matters
The race centers on the role of the Attorney General, with Ellison highlighting his record of 73 lawsuits against the Trump Administration and consumer advocacy. Conversely, the campaign environment is influenced by heavy outside PAC spending, which currently targets Ellison at a 4 to 1 margin compared to Schutz.
A recent KSTP poll shows Ron Schutz leading Keith Ellison 45% to 43% with 12% of voters undecided. Each candidate has raised over $1 million for their respective campaigns.
The players
Keith Ellison
He is the current Minnesota Attorney General and a former Congressman who has focused his office on consumer and worker advocacy.
Ron Schutz
He is the political challenger running against the incumbent attorney general in the 2026 midterm election.
The details
Ellison, a former Congressman, has emphasized his record of filing 73 lawsuits against the Trump Administration and achieving 350 Medicaid fraud convictions. These legal challenges have touched on significant issues for Minnesotans, including the capped monthly price of insulin.
Timeline
A KSTP poll was conducted in September 2026.
The midterm election will occur in November 2026.
Political Context
The opposition maintains that the Attorney General's office has overextended its authority by filing numerous lawsuits against the Trump Administration tariffs. This strategy is frequently criticized by opponents as an inefficient use of state resources compared to traditional law enforcement duties.
The outcome of this election will determine the state's approach to consumer protection and its legal stance on future federal regulations. Voters should prepare to make their final decision on how these policies impact state-level cost of living and legal protections.
The takeaway
Voters should evaluate whether they prefer an attorney general focused on litigation against federal policies or one prioritizing different administrative priorities. Staying informed on campaign finance and candidate records remains essential before heading to the polls in November.
Further reading
For more on upcoming races, visit Minnesota Elections.
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