Minnesota primary is latest Democratic proxy fight for Senate and a test for Trump-backed hopefuls

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Democratic Party’s internal battle is heating up in Minnesota. Voters are deciding between centrist Rep. Angie Craig and progressive Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan for a U.S. Senate seat. This race comes amid President Donald Trump’s immigration policies, which led to controversial fatal shootings by federal officers of two protesters. Craig has backing from Democratic leaders, while Flanagan is supported by progressives like U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders. Meanwhile, Mike Lindell, known as the MyPillow Guy, is running for governor with Trump’s endorsement, despite concerns about his appeal to independent voters.