ST. PAUL, MN — Polls have closed across Minnesota, and results are coming in for the race to represent the state's 8th Congressional District in the U.S. House.
Republican U.S. Rep. Pete Stauber, who has represented the district since 2019, is seeking reelection against DFL nominee Trina Swanson of Hermantown.
Live results below update automatically as precincts report, pulling directly from the Minnesota Secretary of State.
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Where Swanson stands
Swanson, an attorney who grew up in Hermantown, previously worked for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and says she left after being asked to carry out directives she considered unethical. Her priorities include universal health care, federal funding for child care, schools and hospitals, and attracting new industries with union jobs. She supports both the mining industry and protecting the Boundary Waters.
Where Stauber stands
More about Stauber is available on his campaign website.
The district covers much of northern Minnesota, including Duluth, the Iron Range and the Arrowhead. The winner will begin a two-year term in January. All results are unofficial until they are certified by the State Canvassing Board.
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