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Brad Finstad

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The incumbent congressman, Finstad has agricultural background and prior experience as a state director with the U.S. Department of Agriculture and executive director of the Minnesota Turkey Growers Association.

From the candidate’s published profile

Background

Brad Finstad was born in New Ulm, Minnesota, in 1976. He earned a degree in agriculture education from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. Finstad's career experience includes working as a staffer for Congressman Mark Kennedy (R), the state director for rural development with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the executive director of the Minnesota Turkey Growers Association, and the executive director of the Center for Rural Policy & Development. He served in the Minnesota House of Representatives from 2003 to 2009.[1][2][3]

Campaign money

Raised
$2.0M
From individuals
$682K
From PACs & party
$966K
Own money
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FEC filings through July 22, 2026.

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Regular election

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Special election

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On the 2026 ballot

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