Former U.S. Senator and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton endorses Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan in the 2026 U.S. Senate race, as Democrats seek to hold the seat. Clinton’s endorsement backs Flanagan, the Democratic candidate running against Republican nominee Michele Tafoya.
Multiple outlets report the move as Clinton’s first endorsement of a House or Senate candidate for the year, highlighting her decision to enter the midterm endorsement cycle with this specific race. Flanagan responds publicly, saying she is honored to receive Clinton’s support and referencing Clinton’s long political career. The coverage frames the endorsement as a signal of Clinton’s continuing involvement in party politics and as a boost for Flanagan in the contest against Tafoya.
