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Minnesota State Auditor: Scott Jensen wins GOP primary
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Allie Johnson , as published by FOX 9 KMSP (FOX)
· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Details of the primary election are available from the source, FOX 9 KMSP.
A local primary election has taken place in Minnesota. Scott Jensen, a former state senator and family doctor, has emerged as the winner of the GOP nomination for Minnesota State Auditor. Details of the primary election are available from the source, FOX 9 KMSP.
According to the information provided, Scott Jensen has secured the Republican nomination for the position of State Auditor. Further information about the election and Scott Jensen's nomination can be found through the source, which may have additional details and updates on the story.
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Category: local Published: August 12, 2026 Source: FOX 9 KMSP (FOX) Reading time: 1 min
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