Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan won the Democratic primary for the state's open U.S. Senate seat on Tuesday, defeating U.S. Rep. Angie Craig and four other candidates.

The Associated Press called the race for Flanagan late Tuesday night after she secured approximately 59 percent of the vote with more than 411,000 votes counted. Craig, viewed as the more centrist candidate in the race, trailed significantly.

Flanagan, a member of the White Earth Band of Ojibwe and the state's first Native American lieutenant governor, announced her candidacy in February 2025 following the retirement announcement of incumbent Sen. Tina Smith. She received endorsements from Sen. Bernie Sanders, Sen. Elizabeth Warren, and the Minnesota DFL Party.

The primary contest between Flanagan and Craig was among the most expensive in Minnesota history. Flanagan positioned herself as the progressive choice in the race to replace Smith.

Flanagan will face Republican nominee Michelle Tafoya in the November general election. Tafoya advanced from the Republican primary without significant opposition.

The victory marks another win for progressive candidates in recent Democratic primaries across the country. Flanagan has emphasized issues including healthcare access, climate policy, and tribal sovereignty during her campaign.