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Entertainment · Celebrity news · published 2026-08-12 · via The Hollywood Reporter

Michele Tafoya Joins List of TV Personalities Seeking Minnesota Senate Seat

Former NFL sideline reporter Michele Tafoya is the latest entertainer-turned-politician to run for office in Minnesota, a state that has produced several TV stars in politics. The trend highlights Minnesota's unique history of electing media personalities, following figures like Jesse Ventura and Al Franken. Tafoya's candidacy adds to the growing number of celebrities seeking political office.

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