Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced he will not seek a third term, saying he wants to focus on addressing challenges facing the state rather than running a political campaign. “Every minute that I spend defending my own political interests would be a minute I can’t spend defending the people of Minnesota against the criminals who prey on our generosity and the cynics who want to prey on our differences,” Walz said. “So I’ve decided to step out of this race and I’ll let others worry about the election while I focus on the work that’s in front of me for the next year.” Walz also criticized national political figures, including President Donald Trump, for contributing to a divisive climate in Minnesota.
