Mike Lindell files to run for Minnesota governor

The Minnesota Star Tribune reported that the "Mike Lindell for Governor" committee was registered with the state on Wednesday, but that Lindell had yet to fully commit to the bid.

Published: December 3, 2025 2:54pm

MyPillow founder and CEO Mike Lindell has inched one step close to announcing a gubernatorial run, with registration of a campaign committee in the state.

The Minnesota Star Tribune reported that the "Mike Lindell for Governor" committee was registered with the state on Wednesday, but that Lindell had yet to fully commit to the bid.

He plans to announce his final decision on Dec. 11.

Lindell is well known in conservative circles as a proponent of election integrity and as a one-time candidate to lead the Republican National Committee.

Ben Whedon is the Chief Political Correspondent at Just the News. Follow him on X.

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