
The lawyer from Chisago City said he’s endorsing fellow DFLer Trina Swanson in the race against Rep. Pete Stauber.

Democrat Trina Swanson launched her campaign at Ivy Black Weddings & Events in Saginaw, focusing on affordable healthcare and strengthening the middle-class economy. The former federal immigration official left her position after 25 years due to policy disagreements.

Trina Swanson filed her statement of candidacy with the Federal Election Commission on January 7, joining the DFL primary field challenging Republican incumbent Pete Stauber, who won reelection in 2024 with 58% of the vote.

Democrat Trina Swanson has entered the race for Minnesota’s 8th congressional district, bringing senior federal leadership experience to the campaign trail. Her message centers on dignity, competence, and showing up for working families across northern and central Minnesota.

Hermantown native Trina Swanson, with nearly two decades of experience at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, has launched her congressional campaign for Minnesota’s 8th District. Her platform prioritizes affordable healthcare, worker dignity, and education-to-career programs.