Minn. Rep. Robbins suspends governor campaign

Minnesota State Representative Kristin Robbins, a Republican from Maple Grove, suspended her campaign for governor on Friday, citing a lack of a viable path to victory in a crowded primary field.

Robbins, who represents House District 37A and chairs the House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Committee, entered the race last August. In a statement posted to social media, she wrote, "After much thought and prayer, I have decided to suspend my campaign for Governor of Minnesota." She plans to complete her current term, which ends in January 2027. "I look forward to continuing to serve the people of my wonderful House District 37A until January 2027, and I will continue to work hard for all of you every day," Robbins added.

Speaking to reporters, Robbins attributed her decision in part to U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar's entry into the race as a Democratic candidate. "Once Senator Klobuchar became sort of the anointed candidate to replace him, I just think the establishment kind of circled the wagons," she said. "I'm a realist, and I am a numbers person, and when I look at the math, I don't see a path for me to win." Robbins declined to endorse any remaining candidates,...