Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has called a special election to fill the seat formerly held by Democratic House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman, who authorities say was assassinated at her Twin Cities home​ in June.

Nicole Mitchell, a Democrat, was charged with felonies and accused of breaking into her stepmother’s home. Her party holds a slim majority in the Minnesota Senate.

Brooklyn Park voters will vote to fill the vacant seat of Rep. Melissa Hortman, who was killed last month in a politically motivated assassination.

WCCO’s Susie Jones sat down for an interview with Gov. Tim Walz. They talk about his possible attempt at a third consecutive term in office, the political divisions facing Minnesota and the country, the assassination of Melissa Hortman and more.

A Minnesota state senator was convicted of burglary Friday for breaking into her estranged stepmother’s home, and faced calls for her immediate resignation from a closely divided chamber where she holds a deciding vote.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced a special election for District 34B on September 16, with candidate filings starting today until July 22. A primary may be held on August 12 if needed.

The post In Minnesota, an open Senate seat draws high-profile Democrats appeared first on The 19th. News that represents you, in your inbox every weekday. Subscribe to our free, daily newsletter.