# Qualls vs Lindell Clash in MN Debate | Minneapolis News

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Podcast: [Minneapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/minneapolis-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7564425)
Published: 2026-08-01T04:15:22+00:00
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Eleven days before Minnesota’s GOP primary, Kendall Qualls and Mike Lindell clashed in a fiery debate, both zeroing in on scrapping the state’s paid leave program and eliminating income tax—though Qualls hinted his business plan might be sharper. Lindell backed off his immigration proposal, aligning with federal policy while attacking employers hiring undocumented workers; Qualls blamed current administration mismanagement for straining state services. Both candidates viciously attacked Governor Walz over fraud scandals, with Lindell calling for jail time and Qualls labeling it a national embarrassment—and even pinned blame on Senator Amy Klobuchar. As the race tightens, their showdown revealed sharp divides but also surprising common ground: both want a governor who’s outside the political norm and laser-focused on business-driven results. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7155550d031e3b22

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