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Minnesota · Minnesota's 8th District · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Trina Swanson

Democratic

Former U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Director of International Operations

2026 race · Minnesota's 8th District

13% chance of winning · race rated Likely R

13%87%

21% chance of winning · race rated Lean R

21%79%
● Trina Swanson● Pete StauberINC
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Background

Experience
No elected office

Links: FEC filings · Candidate list (source)

Fundraising

Raised
$649.8K
From individuals
$611.9K
Spent
$482.4K
Cash on hand
$167.5K

Money: FEC, through Sep 30, 2026.

Opponents in 2026