Royce White finishes third in Minnesota Republican Senate primary

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Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Royce White finishes third in Minnesota Republican Senate primary
Summary

Royce White finished third in the Minnesota Republican Senate primary held on August 11, securing 11.2% of the votes. Former NFL sideline reporter Michelle Tafoya won with 52.1%, followed by Adam Schwarze at 24%. White's campaign, marked by his controversial public statements, did not gain the necessary support to be competitive in the election. After this setback, the future of White’s political ambitions remains uncertain.

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  • Royce White received 11.2% of the vote in the primary.
  • Michelle Tafoya won the primary with 52.1%.
  • Adam Schwarze finished second with 24%.
  • The primary took place on August 11, 2026.
  • White's political future is unclear following the loss.
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