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Former Florida Democratic gubernatorial nominee Andrew Gillum arrested on drug charges in Alabama: Police
By Joe Espy at FOX 9 KMSP (FOX)
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
Former Florida Democratic gubernatorial nominee and former Tallahassee mayor Andrew Gillum was arrested last week in Alabama during a traffic stop after Daphne police say officers searched his vehicle and found marijuana and three packages of a substance that later tested positive for methampheta...
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The arrest of Andrew Gillum in Alabama on drug charges may seem like a distant event, but it resonates in Minneapolis , where concerns about drug trafficking and public safety are ongoing. As the city continues to grapple with its own substance abuse issues, the fact that methamphetamine was found in Gillum's vehicle is a stark reminder that this problem knows no geographic bounds. In Hennepin County, law enforcement and public health officials have been working to address the opioid and methamphetamine epidemics, and this incident highlights the need for continued vigilance and cooperation across state lines. The ease with which illicit substances can be transported and distributed is a concern for local authorities, who must remain proactive in their efforts to combat drug-related crime and support those struggling with addiction.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 9 KMSP (FOX) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Former Florida Democratic gubernatorial nominee and former Tallahassee mayor Andrew Gillum was arrested last week in Alabama during a traffic stop after Daphne police say officers searched his vehicle and found marijuana and three packages of a substance that later tested positive for methampheta...
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