Omar will be "will be talking with Minnesotans" about the future of the seat and the state party, a spokesperson said.

Sen. Tina Smith (D-MN) announced she would not seek reelection to her seat in the Senate next year, setting up rampant speculation on who could compete for the open election

Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan says she will run for the U.S. Senate in 2026, the first Democrat to jump into what could be a crowded field to replace outgoing Sen. Tina Smith. “I love Minnesota and my intention is to run for the United States Senate and continue to serve the people of this state,

Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) is not ruling out a run for U.S. Senate in 2026 after Sen. Tina Smith (D-Minn.) said Thursday she doesn't plan to run again, Axios has learned. Why it matters: The progressive "Squad" member would enter the race with instantly high name recognition and thus could be a force to be reckoned with.