Minnesota GOP endorses Nate George for state auditor

Sat, 30 May 2026 14:37:25 -0500

Nate George has been endorsed as the GOP's choice for Minnesota auditor.

Minnesota GOP endorses Nate George for state auditor

The Minnesota Republican Party announced Nate George secured 76.8% of the vote, earning the party's endorsement on the first ballot.

Nate George currently serves as the Mayor of Braham in Isanti County and is a combat veteran.

George released the following statement:

"This endorsement is a clear message from Republicans across Minnesota that taxpayers deserve a real watchdog in the State Auditor's Office. Minnesotans are tired of waste, fraud, and a government that too often protects systems instead of protecting citizens. Together, we're going to change that."

Minnesota GOP and DFL conventions

On Saturday, Republicans are expected to endorse a candidate for governor, while Democrats make their choice for U.S. Senate and state auditor.

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The Minnesota GOP and the Minnesota DFL announced party endorsements for the 2026 election.

DFL endorsements

Minnesota Democrats have endorsed Senator Amy Klobuchar for Minnesota governor.

The senator won the endorsement after the first round of balloting overnight at the DFL convention in Rochester.

This comes after she announced her running mate, former Fergus Falls Mayor Ben Shierer, on Friday.

The incumbent Secretary of State, Steve Simon, was also endorsed by the DFL.

Incumbent Attorney General Kieth Elliosn also secured the party endorsement for a third term.

GOP endorsements

Meanwhile, at the GOP convention in Duluth, former Navy SEAL Adam Schwarze won the Republican endorsement for U.S. Senate.

He won the endorsement over several candidates, including Michele Tafoya and Royce White.

This is for the seat that is being given up by Tina Smith.

Republicans are also backing Ron Schutz for Minnesota Attorney General.

Tad Jude was endorsed by the party to run for Minnesota Secretary of State.

The Minnesota GOP also endorsed Nate George for state auditor.

On Saturday, Republicans are expected to endorse a candidate for governor, while Democrats make their choice for U.S. Senate and state auditor.

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Minnesota GOP endorses Nate George for state auditor