Democrats Secure Minnesota Senate Majority in Special Election

Doron Clark's decisive victory restores Democratic control of the state Senate, breaking a tie with Republicans.

Doron Clark, a Democrat and healthcare ethics professional, won the Minnesota Senate District 60 special election with 91% of the vote.
The victory gives Democrats a 34-33 majority in the state Senate, breaking a previous tie caused by the death of former Senate Majority Leader Kari Dziedzic in December 2024.
Clark's campaign focused on priorities such as education, housing, and reducing healthcare costs, and he is expected to be sworn in within days.
The Minnesota House remains in a state of gridlock, with a 67-66 Republican edge but unable to convene due to a Democratic boycott and a state Supreme Court ruling requiring 68 members for a quorum.
Democratic leaders celebrated the win as a critical step in countering Republican efforts in the state House and preserving legislative achievements.