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Mike Lindell steps down as MyPillow CEO, says he’s ‘all in’ for Minnesota governor
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Josh Skluzacek , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· August 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The change comes as Lindell pursues his bid for governor, with more information on his campaign and the company's future plans available from KSTP 5 Eyewitness News.
MyPillow founder Mike Lindell is leaving his position as CEO to focus on his campaign for Minnesota governor. He will remain on the company's board of directors and hold a minority stake in the company. Lindell will no longer be involved in the day-to-day operations of MyPillow, a role he has held since the company's inception in 2004.
James Furlong, the company's former president, will take over as CEO. Further details on the transition and Lindell's campaign are available from the source. The change comes as Lindell pursues his bid for governor, with more information on his campaign and the company's future plans available from KSTP 5 Eyewitness News.
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Category: government Published: August 4, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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